Flying from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is two hours ahead of Koh Samui, where Koh Samui Airport is located. Seoul runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your USM to Seoul flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
From central Koh Samui, USM is around 3 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near USM:
Of the departures from Koh Samui Airport, 69.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Seoul
₹ 18,863 is currently the best price for a one-way Koh Samui Airport to Seoul flight. Return flight tickets start at ₹ 37,403. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from USM to Seoul, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Koh Samui Airport to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from USM to Seoul can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any information kiosks for help with directions after disembarking your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Seoul.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near GMP. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your USM to Seoul flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and make a speedy getaway.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from GMP one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Koh Samui Airport to Seoul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Koh Samui Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from USM to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Seoul:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you want to check out another side of South Korea, consider Daegu, roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are the start of reasons to visit.
