Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your MNL to USM flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MNL and USM:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
R 2,530 is currently the best price for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,268. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MNL to USM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MNL to USM.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to Ninoy Aquino International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Manila. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MNL:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
If you're arriving on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near USM:
Go where the road takes you with a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and venture far and wide through Koh Samui and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
The centre of Koh Samui is about 3 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. The time it takes to get there by car will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The quietest month for a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north of Koh Samui, a visit to Bangkok will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
If you're eager to discover another side of Thailand, consider Chon Buri, roughly 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are among the biggest draws.