Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know
Koh Samui is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LAX to USM flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport. Singapore Changi Airport is a top stopover on the LAX to USM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Samui International Airport (USM)
Right now, 412 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 769 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to USM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Samui International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Drive Car Rental to explore Koh Samui and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Samui International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)
December is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Koh Samui in May.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Samui International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to USM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Koh Samui. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.