Cheap Flights from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Samui International flights are currently cheapest in January.

Shanghai Pudong to Samui International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai Pudong to Koh Samui below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Samui International.

Shanghai to Koh Samui: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,812
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International is R 6,666. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,666.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Samui International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Samui International Airport on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai Pudong Airport and Samui International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Samui International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Koh Samui is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hainan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Samui International.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know

  • To ensure you get on your PVG to USM flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. These are the top stopovers between PVG and USM:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Chiang Mai International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight is R 2,812. A round-trip ticket is currently R 6,666. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PVG to USM if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PVG to USM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near USM instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and find adventure across Koh Samui and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui

  • Koh Samui Airport to central Koh Samui is roughly 3 kilometres. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day, so checking a navigation app for real-time information is always a good idea.

When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Koh Samui in February.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Bangkok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Koh Samui. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include 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 among the biggest draws.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.