Samui Airport (USM)
Consistently voted one of the most beautiful airports in the world, featuring an open-air tropical design that immediately welcomes you to island paradise.
Location
Bo Phut subdistrict, approximately 2 km north of main Chaweng.
Terminals
Domestic and International terminals are within 50m walking distance.
Operating Hours
Daily from 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM (restricted due to noise regulations).
Samui Park Avenue
Unlike standard enclosed glass airports, USM features Samui Park Avenue—a beautiful open-air garden promenade where passengers can stroll through landscaped gardens, rest in thatched salas, and shop while waiting for flights.
Boutiques & Souvenirs
Local silk, dry fruits, spa products, and duty-free goods.
Dining & Cafés
Selection of pizzerias, Thai food, coffee houses, and dessert parlors.
Banking & SIM Cards
Currency exchanges, ATMs, VAT refund counters, and local telecom kiosks.
Direct Flight Connections
Samui Airport serves domestic hubs and key international gateways. Bangkok Airways is the primary carrier, maintaining high standards of service.
Domestic Destinations
- Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi BKK) - hourly flights
- Bangkok (Don Mueang DMK)
- Phuket (HKT) - daily shuttle flights
- Chiang Mai (CNX)
- Krabi (KBV)
- U-Tapao / Pattaya (UTP)
International Connections
- Singapore (SIN) - Bangkok Airways & Scoot
- Hong Kong (HKG)
- Chengdu (CTU) & Chongqing (CKG) - seasonal
Note: International flight schedules are highly seasonal. Always confirm directly with Bangkok Airways or Scoot for up-to-date timetables.
Passenger Amenities & Comfort
Courtesy Corner
All economy tickets on Bangkok Airways include free access to refreshments, snacks, and Wi-Fi at departure lounges.
Left Luggage Booth
Convenient luggage storage is available at the arrivals area for short or long-term storage (approx 150 THB per bag/day).
First Aid Clinic
A fully staffed medical clinic is situated in the transit hall for emergency care and travel medicine services.
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