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A 12-metre-tall golden seated Buddha statue on a small islet connected to Koh Samui by a causeway.
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Airport · Koh Samui, Thailand
Samui International Airport USM
7 km from central Koh Samui. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
- to the centre
- 7 km
- terminals
- 1
- local time
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- IATA · ICAO
- USM · VTSM
About the airport
Samui International Airport is the main airport serving Koh Samui. It handles domestic flights, with some international routes, connecting the area with other major cities in Thailand.
Terminals
A single passenger terminal, with arrivals and departures in the same building, and a handful of shops and places to eat. It handles mainly domestic flights, with some international routes, especially seasonal and charter.
Services
Facilities are basic. Metered taxis and ride-hailing apps wait outside the terminal; agree the fare or confirm the meter before setting off. A shuttle or public bus connects the airport with the centre of Koh Samui, timed around flights.
Getting to the city
Taxi
Metered taxis and ride-hailing apps wait outside the terminal; agree the fare or confirm the meter before setting off.
Bus
A shuttle or public bus connects the airport with the centre of Koh Samui, timed around flights.
Airport map
Terminal
A single passenger terminal, with arrivals and departures in the same building, and a handful of shops and places to eat. It handles mainly domestic flights, with some international routes, especially seasonal and charter.
Koh Samui
Things to do in Koh Samui
Koh Samui, in the Gulf of Thailand, is a palm-covered island known for beach resorts and a giant golden Buddha statue.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from central Koh Samui?
Samui International Airport airport is about 7 km from central Koh Samui.
How do I get from the airport to central Koh Samui?
From Samui International Airport airport you can take Taxi and Bus. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Samui International Airport airport have?
Samui International Airport has one terminal: Terminal.
Landing in Koh Samui?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- The terminal building at Samui International Airport: Binderdonedat, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Big Buddha Temple: Graham Thomson, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons