Flying from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is one hour ahead of Koh Samui, where Koh Samui Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your USM to Shanghai flight.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
From central Koh Samui, USM is around 3 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Looking for a hotel near USM? If you're boarding an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Koh Samui Airport, 69.38% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Shanghai
149 € is currently the best price for a one-way Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket starts at 430 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from USM to Shanghai. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Look into staying at a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Set your own pace with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from USM to Shanghai. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your USM to Shanghai flight:
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before booking your flights from Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from USM to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If there's time to check out another major destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are highlights.
