Travelling from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport (USM): What you need to know
Koh Samui is four hours ahead of Istanbul. Ko Samui International Airport is located in Koh Samui, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to USM.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to USM leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to USM flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport, few things beat 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 options near USM:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport flight.
Getting from Ko Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Ko Samui International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Koh Samui. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport is Rs90,351. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs191,871. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to USM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
March is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport (USM), while November is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Koh Samui based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Istanbul to USM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Ko Samui International Airport in January when temperatures are between 23ºC and 28ºC.
Explore more of Thailand
Nakhon Si Thammarat is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Koh Samui. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Koh Samui, Phuket is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.