Travelling from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Krabi Airport (KBV): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport.
Koh Samui and Krabi are in the same timezone, UTC+7.
Each week, there are 30 Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, opt for the 12:20 Bangkok Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 12:25 with Bangkok Airways.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your USM to KBV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Bangkok Airways offers direct flights from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Krabi — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Bangkok Airways on this route.
With 67.21% of its services landing as planned, Bangkok Airways is the most punctual carrier operating USM to KBV flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Krabi Airport (KBV)
Currently, C$91 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$173. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from USM to KBV.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Koh Samui Airport (USM)
69.38% of flights that take off from Koh Samui Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The journey from the centre of Koh Samui to Koh Samui Airport is roughly 3 kilometres. Look up Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near USM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Krabi Airport (KBV)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KBV instead:
Grab a Krabi Airport rental car and explore Krabi and beyond with your own wheels. Drive Car Rental, Hertz and Thai Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Krabi Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Krabi Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
Krabi Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Krabi. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Krabi Airport (KBV)
January is the most popular month for flights from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Krabi in February.
When reserving your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Krabi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from USM to KBV in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Krabi. Around 129 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 121 kilometres east of Krabi. No journey is complete without a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.