Phuket City → Ko Samui

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Thu, 29 Oct

Phuket City HKT → Ko Samui USM

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Phuket City HKT → Ko Samui USM

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Phuket City HKT → Ko Samui USM

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Ways to fly from Phuket City to Ko Samui

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£63

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£131

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Direct flights from Phuket City to Ko Samui

See how many direct flights run each week and which airlines operate them.

26Direct flights per week
3.71Daily average
FridayBusiest day
Bangkok AirwaysBangkok Airways26 direct flights / week
Thai AirwaysThai Airways0 direct flights / week

Key info about flying to Ko Samui

Depart from

Phuket International

Arrive to

Samui

Flights per week

166

Flight distance

250 km

Airlines that fly from Phuket City to Ko Samui

Options may vary by recent bookings and your search.

Bangkok AirwaysThai AirAsiaThai Lion AirIndiGo AirlinesJuneyao Airlines

Getting from Ko Samui airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and private transfer. Best value: shared minivan and songthaew.

Ko Samui is served by Samui International Airport (USM), a privately owned airport located approximately 2 km north of Chaweng, the island's main tourist hub. The airport sits about 4 km from Nathon, the administrative center of the island. Airport transfers to city center destinations on Ko Samui are straightforward, with options including taxis, shared minivans, songthaews (local pickup trucks), private transfers, and rental cars. Journey times are generally short due to the compact size of the island, though travel times can vary depending on your final destination and traffic conditions.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

10-30 min

฿300 – ฿700; fixed rates by zone; varies by destination

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and speed

15-45 min

฿150 – ฿250; per person; multiple stops

departures based on flight arrivals (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

20-60 min

฿50 – ฿150; per person; shared ride with multiple stops

irregular; available outside airport area (traffic dependent)

local experience on budget

10-30 min

฿500 – ฿1,500; per vehicle; varies by destination and vehicle type

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

families and groups

10-40 min

฿0 – ฿500; often complimentary for resort guests; check with hotel

scheduled with hotel (traffic dependent)

resort guests

10-30 min

฿800 – ฿2,000; per day; varies by vehicle type

available at airport (traffic dependent)

exploring the island

Notes:

  • Prices in THB (approximately 35 THB = 1 USD); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Samui International Airport is privately owned by Bangkok Airways, which may affect service availability.
  • Songthaews are not available directly at the airport; walk to the main road to find them.
  • Many resorts offer complimentary airport transfers; confirm with your accommodation before arrival.
  • Road conditions on Ko Samui can be hilly and winding; allow extra time during peak season.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Ko Samui

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January27°C26°C
February27°C26°C
March28°C27°C
April29°C28°C
May30°C28°C
June30°C28°C
July29°C27°C
August29°C27°C
September29°C27°C
October28°C27°C
November28°C26°C
December27°C26°C
Hottest Month
30°C
May
Coldest month
26°C
January
Sunny days
195
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
26 Sep
81%
29°C27°C
3 Oct
50%
29°C28°C
Sunday
27 Sep
75%
28°C27°C
4 Oct
78%
29°C28°C
Monday
28 Sep
65%
28°C27°C
5 Oct
69%
29°C28°C
Tuesday
29 Sep
71%
28°C27°C
6 Oct
77%
29°C28°C
Wednesday
30 Sep
30%
28°C27°C
7 Oct
21%
29°C28°C
Thursday
1 Oct
20%
29°C28°C
8 Oct
21%
30°C28°C
Friday
2 Oct
67%
29°C27°C
9 Oct
38%
30°C27°C
The distance between Phuket City and Ko Samui is 250 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, IndiGo Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines. Phuket City and Ko Samui have 166 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Phuket City to Ko Samui?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Phuket City and Ko Samui takes around 0.92 hours.

What is the flight distance between Phuket City and Ko Samui?

The flight distance between Phuket City and Ko Samui is 250 km.

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Phuket City and Ko Samui?

Several carriers operate flights between Phuket City and Ko Samui. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways.

What are the most popular routes to and from Phuket City?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Phuket City and London, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Kuala Lumpur, Manchester, Denpasar, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Belfast, Siem Reap, Perth, Da Nang, Dubai, Manila, Tokyo, Seoul, Sydney, Glasgow.

What are the most popular routes to and from Ko Samui?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Ko Samui and London, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket Province, Bali, Singapore, Manchester, Denpasar, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Tel Aviv, Krabi, Da Nang, Manila, Hanoi, Dubai, Brisbane, Perth, Colombo, Sydney.

What airports are near Phuket City?

The main airport in Phuket City is Phuket International. It is also served by Phuket International, Krabi, Surat Thani International, Ranong.

What airports are near Ko Samui?

The main airport in Ko Samui is Samui. It is also served by Samui, Surat Thani International, Nakhon Si Thammarat.

Which airlines fly between Phuket City and Ko Samui?

Currently, you can fly between Phuket City and Ko Samui with Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, IndiGo Airlines, Juneyao Airlines.

When’s the best time to travel between Phuket City and Ko Samui?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Phuket City and Ko Samui, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

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