What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui is to fly and ferry which costs ฿6000 - ฿15000 and takes 13h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui is to fly which takes 8h 17m and costs ฿14000 - ฿21000.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Ko Samui?

The distance between Kathmandu and Ko Samui is 2569 km.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui?

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Ko Samui?

Ko Samui is 1h 15m ahead of Kathmandu. It is currently 4:22 PM in Kathmandu and 5:37 PM in Ko Samui.

Where can I stay near Ko Samui?

There are 3374+ hotels available in Ko Samui.

Kathmandu to Ko Samui - 2 ways to travel via plane, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Kathmandu to Ko Samui by plane or ferry

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Fly to Koh Samui Airport
best
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane KTM - USM
8h 17m
฿14,295–20,847
Fly to Surat Thani, ferry
cheapest
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Surat Thani (URT)plane KTM - URT
2. Take the ferry from Surat Thani Airport to Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samuiferry
13h 9m
฿6,359–14,193

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) flights

21Weekly Planes

7h 6mAverage Duration

฿9,650Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,568.5 km
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Kathmandu, Nepal and Ko Samui, Thailand?

Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, and two other airlines fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) 3 times a day.

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