Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know
Koh Samui is five hours ahead of Athens and observes 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. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ATH to USM flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Samui International Airport (USM)
Currently, 301 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Samui International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 591 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to USM if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Athens International Airport to Samui International Airport.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Athens International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Samui International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)
If you have a late Athens International Airport to Samui International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near USM:
Grab a Samui International Airport rental car and explore Koh Samui and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Drive Car Rental are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Samui International Airport about four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Samui International Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Koh Samui. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Athens International Airport to Samui International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to USM sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north of Koh Samui, a trip to Bangkok will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.