Flying from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport (USM) jetting off from here.
Chaweng Beach is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Koh Samui Airport is located in Chaweng Beach, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from Colombo to USM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Colombo to USM with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CMB and USM include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
From the centre of Colombo, CMB is approximately 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near USM:
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Chaweng Beach
The centre of Chaweng Beach is around 3 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport is C$350. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$716. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Colombo to USM, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Colombo to USM is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Chaweng Beach, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
More about Chaweng Beach
Start your Chaweng Beach trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Koh Samui Airport, explore our selection of hotels including: