Travelling from Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport (USM): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport (USM). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
The timezone in Koh Samui is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of Glasgow. Koh Samui Airport is located in Koh Samui.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to USM, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Glasgow International Airport:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to USM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Pick up a Koh Samui Airport rental car and explore Koh Samui and beyond with your own set of wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Drive Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Rs132,049 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport. Return flights start from Rs247,881. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to USM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Glasgow to Koh Samui Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres south of Koh Samui, a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Koh Samui, Phuket is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.