Travelling from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 11 hours behind Thailand, where Koh Samui Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from USM to New York, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Thailand and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Koh Samui Airport to New York, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
After an easy start to your vacation? Stay near USM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to New York
C$859 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Koh Samui Airport to New York. A return flight starts from C$1,563. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from USM to New York. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Koh Samui Airport to New York is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Book a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late flight from Koh Samui Airport to New York. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is roughly 48 kilometres from central New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Koh Samui Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from USM to New York, unwind at a hotel near JFK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Koh Samui Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit New York, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Koh Samui Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from USM to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Koh Samui Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the big attractions to add to your New York itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.
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