Air Asia provide an Island Transfer service from Bangkok to Koh Samui. You can buy a combined flight and ferry transfer ticket on the AirAsia website that will let you fly from Bangkok to Surat Thani or Nakhon Si Thammarat, the nearest airports to Koh Samui on the mainland. You are then be transferred to a ferry and taken to Koh Samui.
While it’s more convenient, be aware that it’s much slower than simply flying direct from Bangkok to Koh Samui and landing at Koh Samui Airport. Transfer times can take between 5 to 8 hours as there can sometimes be a lengthy delay waiting for the ferry after landing at the airport. There is also a long drive from the airport to the ferry pier. See the flight example above from the AirAsia website.
You can also book Air Asia flights along with other budget airlines through 12Go, who combine budget flights with ferries and can often be quicker than AirAsia’s official website. Check pricing and availability of flights.
Koh Samui Hotels – Check Availability
Koh Samui is a big island with several main beaches. There’s plenty of accommodation options available – check availability and pricing using the search box.
Koh Samui Airport Transfers
Once you’ve chosen your hotel, make life easy by booking a taxi transfer from Samui airport to your hotel so you can start enjoying your hospital as soon as possible.
Start Planning Your Samui Trip Today!
:: Book a direct flight from Bangkok to Samui with 12Go - their easy search will quickly check scores of airlines for the best prices and times.
:: Find the best deals on Samui hotels on Booking.com - you can usually reserve a room with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out. Free cancellations too.
:: World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world.
:: Book tickets for buses, trains and ferries to and from Koh Samui to all over Thailand with 12Go – their website is easy to use and lets you check timetables and buy tickets online.
:: Book an airport transfer – to take you hassle-free, direct from the airport to your hotel. The driver will be waiting to meet you in Arrivals when you land.
:: Flying into Bangkok? Buy a Thai SIM card online and pick it up at the airport on arrival in Thailand – or a Pocket Wifi router connects up to six devices for immediate internet access on your phone.
:: Make sure you've not forgotten any essentials with our comprehensive Packing List For Thailand.
:: Check out our Things To Do In Samui guide for inspiration of where to go and what to do.
