Travelling from Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport (USM): What you need to know
Ko Samui International Airport is located in Koh Samui. The city follows the UTC+7 timezone and is three hours ahead of Dubai.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Dubai to USM. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Dubai to USM that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DXB and USM include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Krabi International Airport (KBV)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Dubai International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to USM flight:
57% of flights out of Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ko Samui International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire to explore Koh Samui and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport flight.
Getting from Ko Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Ko Samui International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Koh Samui. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
$454 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport. Return flights start from $841. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to USM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Dubai to USM.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Dubai to Ko Samui International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Explore more of Thailand
Nakhon Si Thammarat is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Koh Samui. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Koh Samui, Phuket is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.
