Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Your MEL to USM flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MEL and USM:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
$333 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. A return flight starts from $618. These fares can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to USM, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Consider staying in a hotel near USM if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Koh Samui Airport rental car and discover Koh Samui and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Drive Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
The centre of Koh Samui is about 3 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. Travel time by car will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Koh Samui Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Koh Samui. Around 467 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
Around 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui, Chon Buri is another favourite stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.