Cheap Flights from Samui International (USM) to Phuket (HKT)

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Flight deals from Samui International to Phuket

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £183. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Phuket.£50 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Phuket.£50 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Wed, 16 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Phuket.£50 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Phuket.£50 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Phuket.£50 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Phuket.£73 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.

Phuket.£74 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.

Phuket.£79 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £79, select.

Phuket.£80 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £80, select.

Phuket.£83 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Bangkok Airways, departs from Samui International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.

Phuket.£85 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Bangkok Airways, departs from Samui International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Phuket.£108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £108, select.

Phuket.£108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £108, select.

Phuket.£108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Bangkok Airways.Outbound direct flight with Bangkok Airways departs from Samui International on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From £108, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Samui International to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Samui International to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Samui International to Phuket: Alternative routes

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Koh Samui to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£50
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr
Most popular airline	Bangkok Airways
Average flights per week	347

Finding cheap flights from Samui International to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Samui International to Phuket?

The best price we found for a return flight from Samui International to Phuket is £93. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Samui International to Phuket?

1 hour is the average flight time from Samui International to Phuket.

Which airlines fly direct from Samui International to Phuket?

Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways and Etihad Airways fly direct from Samui International to Phuket.

How many flights are there a week from Samui International to Phuket?

As of July 2026, there are 347 flights per week flying from Samui International to Phuket.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Samui International to Phuket?

The cheapest month to fly from Samui International to Phuket is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour.

How can I find the best flight deal to Phuket?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Phuket?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Samui International Airport to Phuket with?

Currently, Bangkok Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from Samui International Airport (USM) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Koh Samui and Phuket are in the same timezone, UTC+7.
Each week, there are 56 Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, pick the 08:00 Bangkok Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:00 with Bangkok Airways.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your USM to HKT flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Bangkok Airways is your gateway to discovering Phuket (and perhaps some other great parts of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Bangkok Airways.
With a reliable 89.02% of services arriving as scheduled, Bangkok Airways is the most punctual carrier for USM to HKT flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Samui International Airport (USM) to Phuket Airport (HKT)

At the moment, £50 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £93. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from USM to HKT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from USM to HKT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport.

Handy information about Samui International Airport (USM)

Samui International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from USM make it to their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
Samui International Airport is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Koh Samui. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near USM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)

Book a hotel near HKT if you're taking a late Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent to explore Phuket and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

Phuket Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kms (20 miles) away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Phuket. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Samui International Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from USM to HKT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.

Explore more of Thailand

You've done Phuket, now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kms (110 miles) north-east, Surat Thani is a must-visit city featuring top sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another place worth exploring during your travels in Thailand. Head on over to this destination, located about 177 kms (110 miles) east of Phuket, to discover highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.