Travelling from Ko Samui International Airport (USM) to New York: what you need to know
Ko Samui International Airport is located in Koh Samui. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is 12 hours behind Koh Samui.
To avoid missing your USM to New York flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Koh Samui, USM can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to USM? If you're catching an early flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Ko Samui International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from USM land on schedule 83% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ko Samui International Airport (USM) to New York
R 11,563 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ko Samui International Airport to New York flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 23,177. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from USM to New York if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ko Samui International Airport to New York throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from USM to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your USM to New York flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is about 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you around 55 minutes.
Find a hotel near LGA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late USM to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from LGA about two weeks before your flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.
New York LaGuardia Airport's address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Ko Samui International Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from USM to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Ko Samui International Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
