Looking for real-time arrivals or departures to/from Koh Samui Airport online to check delays or boarding times?

The most accurate information is usually provided by the airport's official website, but in the case of Koh Samui Airport, you won't find such information on its website.

Alternatively, use the exact departures and arrivals from Flightradar24.com:

• Arrivals - Koh Samui Airport (USM)
• Departures - Koh Samui Airport (USM)

Where are the arrivals and departures?

Koh Samui Airport is one of the most interesting airports in Thailand. The terminal is almost entirely open and resembles a tropical resort rather than a traditional airport building.

• Arrivals - arrivals hall at the exit of the runway
• 🛫 Departures and check-in counters - main open pavilion (for international flights you have to walk about 5 minutes)

The whole airport is very small and uncluttered. From the entrance you can get to the check-in desks in a few minutes.

When to be at the USM airport?

The airport primarily serves flights to Bangkok, but also has several regional routes (such as Singapore SIN).

• International flight: at least 2 hours before departure
• Domestic flight: 1-1.5 hours before departure

Security checks tend to be quick, but shorter queues of up to 15 minutes can form at peak times - especially for flights to Bangkok.

Is Koh Samui Airport open at night?

No. The airport does not have 24-hour operations.

The last flights usually depart in the evening and the airport closes afterwards. Night arrivals and departures are not common.

If you are departing early in the morning or arriving late in the evening, it may be more convenient to stay near the airport.

Hotels near Koh Samui Airport (USM)

Upon arrival, however, most travellers continue straight to a hotel somewhere on the island or right by the beach.

View Koh Samui hotel prices

Terminal orientation

Koh Samui Airport is famous for having a terminal that is almost entirely open - no long corridors or traditional halls.

Check-in desks, security checkpoints and departure gates are just a few minutes' walk apart.

If you want to know exactly how the airport works or where to find each service, check out the detailed overview here:

• 👉 Koh Samui Airport Terminal

Moving on from the airport?

The airport is just a few minutes drive from the main tourist areas of the island.

Most hotels can be found in the following areas:

• Chaweng
• Bophut / Fisherman's Village
• Mae Nam

Shared minivans, taxis and hotel transfers run from the airport.

A detailed list of connections, prices and handy tips can be found here:

• 👉 Transport from Koh Samui Airport (USM)