Travelling from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know
Koh Samui's timezone is UTC+7, making Koh Samui five hours ahead of Larnaca.
Your LCA to USM flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Samui International Airport (USM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport flight is 431 €. A return fare is currently 932 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LCA to USM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LCA to USM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport.
Handy information about Larnaca Airport (LCA)
80% of flights leaving Larnaca Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LCA.
To get to Larnaca Airport from central Larnaca, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LCA? If you've booked an early flight from Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Samui International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Drive Car Rental and explore beyond Koh Samui's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Samui International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Samui International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Koh Samui. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Koh Samui. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Larnaca Airport to Samui International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Koh Samui, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LCA to USM sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Koh Samui. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.