Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Flights from Chennai to Ko Samui usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Ko Samui (USM).

Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Ko Samui pass through?

One-stop flights from Chennai to Ko Samui most commonly connect through: • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 65% of one-stop connections • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 33% of one-stop connections • Phuket City (HKT) – 3% of one-stop connections Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Chennai to Ko Samui route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿14,563 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ฿27,906, a difference of ฿13,344. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Ko Samui?

Some of the most popular sights in Ko Samui are Chaweng Beach, Lamai Beach, and Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks. These are among the most viewed places in Ko Samui on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Chennai to Ko Samui?

A direct flight from Chennai to Ko Samui takes 0h 00m, covering 3,542 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Chennai to Ko Samui looking right now?

One-way fares from Chennai to Ko Samui are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿12,039, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 07m, compared to 10h 35m via Phuket City (HKT) and 13h 46m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

What is the time difference between Chennai and Ko Samui?

Ko Samui is 1 hour ahead of Chennai (Indochina Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Ko Samui Airport (USM)?

Ko Samui Airport (USM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿447 for economy cars. Top options include: • Drive Car Rental • Alamo • Sixt • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Ko Samui flight?

Return flights from Chennai to Ko Samui range from ฿18,810 to ฿25,179, with an average of ฿21,442 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿18,810 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) is the most popular stopover for the Chennai to Ko Samui route. 65% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via BKK.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Flights via Phuket City (HKT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ฿14,745. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chennai to Ko Samui, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) had the shortest average connection time for Chennai to Ko Samui stopovers at 283 minutes over the past 3 months.

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09:35 - 21:35MAA Chennai-USM Ko Samui

34h 30m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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฿16,144Multiple Airlines

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฿17,132Multiple Airlines

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฿23,920Scoot

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01:10 - 20:30MAA Chennai-USM Ko Samui

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08:40 - 15:00USM Ko Samui-MAA Chennai

31h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

฿43,589Multiple Airlines

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01:10 - 20:30MAA Chennai-USM Ko Samui

17h 50m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

19:45 - 14:55USM Ko Samui-MAA Chennai

20h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

฿43,820Multiple Airlines

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chennai to Ko Samui?

Thai Airways (฿18,253) and Scoot (฿23,920) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Chennai to Ko Samui according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Ko Samui?
Flights from Chennai to Ko Samui usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Ko Samui (USM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Ko Samui pass through?
One-stop flights from Chennai to Ko Samui most commonly connect through:

• Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 65% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Phuket City (HKT) – 3% of one-stop connections

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Ko Samui?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Chennai to Ko Samui route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿14,563 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ฿27,906, a difference of ฿13,344. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Ko Samui?
Some of the most popular sights in Ko Samui are Chaweng Beach, Lamai Beach, and Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks. These are among the most viewed places in Ko Samui on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Chennai to Ko Samui?
A direct flight from Chennai to Ko Samui takes 0h 00m, covering 3,542 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Ko Samui?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from Chennai to Ko Samui looking right now?
One-way fares from Chennai to Ko Samui are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿12,039, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chennai to Ko Samui?
Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 07m, compared to 10h 35m via Phuket City (HKT) and 13h 46m via Singapore Changi (SIN).
What is the time difference between Chennai and Ko Samui?
Ko Samui is 1 hour ahead of Chennai (Indochina Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Ko Samui Airport (USM)?
Ko Samui Airport (USM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿447 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Drive Car Rental
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Ko Samui flight?
Return flights from Chennai to Ko Samui range from ฿18,810 to ฿25,179, with an average of ฿21,442 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿18,810 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ฿14,563 – about ฿13,344 less than Friday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Ko Samui trip for November. Fares historically average ฿15,551 return in that month – typically ฿14,464 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ko Samui Airport.
- Ozo Chaweng Samui - Sha Extra Plus
- Cosi Samui Chaweng Beach
- Melia Koh Samui

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