Traveling from Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport (USM): What you need to know
Koh Samui is two hours behind Sapporo. Ko Samui International Airport is located in Koh Samui, which is in the UTC+7 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Sapporo to USM.
Traveling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Sapporo to USM, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is one option when you're setting off from New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Traveling from central Sapporo to CTS takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to New Chitose Airport:
Of the flights that depart from New Chitose Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sapporo to OKD in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Sapporo to USM flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Sapporo Okadama Airport:
75% of all departures from Sapporo Okadama Airport meet their expected arrival time.
OKD is located at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
About Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
Book a hotel near USM if you're catching a late flight from Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Ko Samui International Airport rental car and explore Koh Samui and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car rental, Hertz and Drive Car Rental are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Ko Samui International Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
From Ko Samui International Airport, central Koh Samui is around 11 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center by car.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport (USM)
Currently, $312 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $675. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sapporo to USM. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Sapporo to Ko Samui International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Explore more of Thailand
Nakhon Si Thammarat is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Koh Samui. Around 129 kilometers away to the south, its top attractions include Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
Around 257 kilometers southwest of Koh Samui, Phuket is another favorite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.