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Shanghai PVGKo Samui USM

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Thu, Nov 26
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Fri, Nov 27
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£176
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Shanghai PVGKo Samui USM

£368
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£369
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£375
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How much do flights to Ko Samui cost?

Getting from Ko Samui airport to the city center

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.

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

Key info about flying to Ko Samui

Depart from
Shanghai Pudong International
Arrive to
Samui
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Ko Samui

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Bangkok AirwaysBKPPGNo
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
Spring AirlinesCQH9CYes
Shanghai AirlinesCSHFMYes
VietJet AirVJCVJYes

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
190
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
7 Nov
80%
29°C26°C
14 Nov
90%
27°C26°C
Sunday
8 Nov
85%
29°C27°C
15 Nov
79%
28°C26°C
Monday
9 Nov
85%
29°C26°C
16 Nov
75%
28°C27°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
83%
29°C25°C
17 Nov
74%
27°C27°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
85%
28°C26°C
18 Nov
83%
28°C27°C
Thursday
12 Nov
88%
27°C26°C
19 Nov
81%
28°C26°C
Friday
13 Nov
90%
27°C25°C
20 Nov
82%
29°C27°C
Travelers usually depart from Shanghai Pudong International, or Shanghai Hongqiao International when they travel from Shanghai to Ko Samui. The most popular airlines for this route are Bangkok Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, and VietJet Air. Shanghai and Ko Samui have 400 direct flights per week.

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