Flying from Houston to Ko Samui International Airport (USM): What you need to know
Ko Samui International Airport is located in Koh Samui. The city operates on the UTC+7 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Houston.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Houston to USM.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
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Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Houston to Ko Samui International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Ko Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Central Koh Samui is around 11 kilometres from Ko Samui International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
Right now, R 10,906 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Ko Samui International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 23,160. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to USM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Houston to Ko Samui International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Houston to USM.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
March is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Ko Samui International Airport (USM), while November is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Koh Samui based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Houston to USM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Ko Samui International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Koh Samui, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Journey around 129 kilometres south to Nakhon Si Thammarat to check off its top sights. From Wat Phra Phrom to Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Koh Samui, Phuket is another essential stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.
