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Samui Airport Guide (USM)
Airport info
Code:
USM
No. of terminals:
2
Dialling code:
+66
Address:
Bophut, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
Location:
Samui Airport is located about 2km (5.6 miles) north of Chaweng town.
Telephone:
+66 77 428 500
Map:
Samui Airport is a privately-owned international airport in Thailand operated by Bangkok Airways. It serves the island of Ko Samui, famous for its luxury beach resorts, dense rainforest and coconut groves. The small six-gate airport is located 2km north of Chaweng, the island’s largest town. Our Samui Airport guide includes airport contact details and information relating to terminal facilities, public transport options and nearby hotels.
There are two information counters within the airport; one near the check-in area and one at the arrivals area past the luggage claim.
Samui Airport consists of two open-sided terminals within 50-metre (0.03 miles) walking distance from each other. The domestic terminal serves numerous destinations in Thailand while the international terminal operates flights mainly to and from Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur and a handful of cities in China.
Although the roads are unnamed, you can easily reach the airport by driving north from Chaweng and following the airport sign. The journey time is around 10 minutes.
Public Transport
Bus: An official shared minibus service operated by Samui Accom Company connects the airport with the island’s resorts. Fares to Chaweng are around 130 Baht per person. The bus leaves every 10 to 30 minutes depending on the number of passengers. Tickets can be bought from a transport counter in the arrivals hall or booked online.
Taxi: Samui Accom also operates private taxis and minibuses. These can also be booked at the transport counter in the arrivals hall or online. Private taxi fares to Chaweng are around 500 Baht, while private minibus fares are around 800 Baht.
Terminal facilities
Currency exchange facilities are found in the departures area as well as the arrivals hall. ATMs are also available at the arrivals hall.
Free Wi-Fi internet access is available at the airport as well as in the VIP lounges. Mobile network operators also sell SIM cards to travellers. There is also a post office.
There is a small number of cafes and restaurants offering local and international food, there is also an open-air bar onsite.
You can find boutiques, souvenir shops, a bookshop, a health store and a spa at the airport. Duty-free shopping is available between Gates 5 and 6.
There is no left-luggage facility at the airport. A lost baggage centre is located inside the domestic terminal by Gate 4.
Airport facilities
There are two Blue Ribbon Lounges at the airport offering basic business facilities.
A large car park is found directly outside arrivals. Parking is free for up to 30 minutes and charges apply after that.
Car hire companies represented at Samui Airport include Hertz, Budget, National Car Rental, Thai Rent A Car and SIXT.
Overlooking spectacular Chaweng Bay, this luxury accommodation is about 15 minutes from the airport and offers scenic rooms and bungalows with private spa baths and a free shuttle service to the beach. The complex can be booked for events.
166/98 Moo, Bophut,
84320,
Ko Samui,
Thailand
A 5-minute drive from Samui Airport, P10 Samui offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and basic meeting facilities. The hotel also has a swimming pool, a 24-hour front desk, and airport shuttles can be arranged for a fee.
30/21 Moo 4, Bophut ,
84320,
Ko Samui,
Thailand
A 10-minute drive from Samui Airport, this seaside resort is located in Big Buddha Bay and offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. Other services include a tour desk, car hire and a 24-hour front desk. There is also a restaurant serving a wide range of international and Thai cuisine.
34/1 Moo 4, Bophut,
84320,
Ko Samui,
Thailand
Fueangfu Villa Chaweng
This self-catering accommodation is located about 2km (1.2 miles) from the airport. Facilities include an express check-in/check-out service, free parking on-site and free Wi-Fi. Airport transfers can be arranged on request.
162/112-113 Moo 2, Bophut,
84320,
Koh Samui ,
Thailand
MM House
+66 891 199 550
This simple hotel is only a 5 minutes’ walk from Samui Airport but an airport shuttle can also be arranged for a fee. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk.
162/103-104 Moo 2, Bophut,
84320,
Koh Samui ,
Thailand
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