Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to catch your PEN to USM flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PEN and USM:
Phuket International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Currently, Rs34,802 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs78,247. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PEN to USM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEN to USM by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
When it comes to Penang International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking an early flight from Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PEN:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and chase adventure across Koh Samui and beyond.
Booking your ride from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
The centre of Koh Samui is around 3 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. Travel time by car will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Koh Samui. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
If you're eager to discover another side of Thailand, head for Chon Buri, about 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are among the biggest draws.