Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know
The timezone in Koh Samui is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Cebu.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CEB to USM flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CEB and USM:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Samui International Airport (USM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport flight is Rs41,519. A return fare right now is Rs86,749. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from CEB to USM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CEB to USM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
69% of flights that leave from Mactan-Cebu International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near CEB:
Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)
If you're coming in on a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near USM:
Hit the road running by picking up a Samui International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Drive Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Koh Samui and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Samui International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
From Samui International Airport, Koh Samui is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Koh Samui. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Samui International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CEB to USM sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Koh Samui. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.