Flying from Dubai to Koh Samui Airport (USM): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when reserving your flight from Dubai to Koh Samui Airport (USM).
Koh Samui Airport is located in Koh Samui. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is three hours ahead of Dubai.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dubai to USM, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to USM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Dubai Airport:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to USM flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Reserve a hotel close to USM if you have a late flight from Dubai to Koh Samui Airport. Choose one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Koh Samui Airport rental car and discover Koh Samui and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Drive Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Koh Samui Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
£179 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Koh Samui Airport. Return flights start at £389. These prices may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to USM, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Koh Samui Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kms (80 miles) south of Koh Samui, a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Thailand, head for Phuket, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) south-west of Koh Samui. V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach are the start of reasons to visit.