Flying from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your USM to URT flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
C$181 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Koh Samui Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. Return flights start from C$392. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from USM to URT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Koh Samui Airport to Surat Thani Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Of all flights leaving Koh Samui Airport, 69.38% touch down on time at their destination.
Koh Samui Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Koh Samui. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel near USM? If you've booked an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Surat Thani Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)
If you're coming in on a late Koh Samui Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near URT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Surat Thani Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive Car Rental, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Surat Thani and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Surat Thani Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
Surat Thani Airport to the centre of Surat Thani has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
August is the busiest month for flights from Koh Samui Airport to Surat Thani Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Surat Thani in February.
The warmest month in Surat Thani is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Koh Samui Airport to Surat Thani Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from USM to URT in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north of Surat Thani, a visit to Si Racha will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Public park, Si Racha Subdistrict Municipality, Ko Loi Clock Tower and Marina Bayfront Sriracha.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
