Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
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 catch your LGW to USM flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Changi International Airport is a popular stopover on the LGW to USM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight is 308 €. A return ticket is currently 627 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to USM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LGW to USM.
Pick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Book your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and see more of Koh Samui and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Koh Samui Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Koh Samui Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Koh Samui. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or ride-share will depend on the time of day, so do some research before you go.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Koh Samui Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Koh Samui, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north to Bangkok to tick off its top attractions. From Grand Palace to Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Chon Buri, roughly 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are among the biggest draws.