Travelling from London to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Koh Samui Airport (USM), you'll have your choice of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Chaweng Beach is 7 hours ahead of London. Koh Samui Airport is located in Chaweng Beach, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from London to USM.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from London to USM leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from London to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to USM:
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Book a hotel close to USM if you have a late flight from London to Koh Samui Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Chaweng Beach
Koh Samui Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Chaweng Beach. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
P20,391 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Koh Samui Airport. Return flights start from P42,061. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from London to USM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from London to Koh Samui Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from London to USM.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Koh Samui Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from London to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to Koh Samui Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Chaweng Beach in February when things are quieter.
More about Chaweng Beach
Start your Chaweng Beach trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Koh Samui Airport, check out our selection of hotels including: