Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your ATH to USM flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
R 5,676 is the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 11,920. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ATH to USM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATH to USM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Koh Samui Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
If you're getting in on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near USM:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Koh Samui and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Central Koh Samui is around 3 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. Travel time by car will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north of Koh Samui, a visit to Bangkok will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, roughly 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are key highlights.
