Flying from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport (USM) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Koh Samui Airport is located in Koh Samui. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to USM.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Whether you'd like to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport (SIN) is a stop you can make on your flight from Los Angeles to USM.
LAX is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 34 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Los Angeles to USM? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Book a hotel close to USM if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Chaweng Beach
Koh Samui Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Chaweng Beach. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport is $770. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,417. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Los Angeles to USM. You're more likely to score a great deal and have more options for departure times and dates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Chaweng Beach. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
More about Chaweng Beach
After locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Koh Samui Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chaweng Beach: