Travelling from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know
Koh Samui is six hours ahead of Vienna and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your VIE to USM flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from VIE land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Vienna Airport from central Vienna, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 15 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna Airport to Samui International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)
Reserve a hotel near USM if you're on a late Vienna Airport to Samui International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Samui International Airport rental car and explore Koh Samui and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Drive Car Rental are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Samui International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Samui International Airport to central Koh Samui has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kms (7 miles) away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Vienna Airport to Samui International Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Koh Samui. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Vienna Airport to Samui International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VIE to USM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kms (290 miles) north of Koh Samui, a trip to Bangkok will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.