Airports Near Bophut
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Quick Overview
| Airport | Code | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samui International Airport Nearest | USM | 5 km | Recommended |
| Suvarnabhumi Airport | BKK | 770 km |
Samui International Airport (USM)
Distance: 5 km from Bophut
Getting to Bophut
* Prices and schedules are based on traveler reports from Pantip and may change. Always confirm with service providers.
| Transport | Price | Duration | Convenience | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | 300-500 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | From Samui Airport to Bophut, prices vary. Negotiate or share with other passengers. Price can be higher at night. |
| Minibus | 130-150 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Available at Samui Airport to various destinations including Bophut. May not be available late at night. |
| Songthaew (shared taxi) | 30-70 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Cheaper option, but may not go directly to the airport or your destination. Can be unreliable and prices can increase at night. |
| Motorcycle Rental | - | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | A flexible option for getting around Samui, but be cautious driving, especially if inexperienced. Roads can be hilly and some tourists are inexperienced drivers. |
| Car Rental | - | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Consider renting a car if you are traveling with family. Public transport can be unreliable. |
Local Tips
Real advice from Thai travelers: These tips are collected from Pantip, Thailand's largest online community where locals share travel experiences.
From Bophut to the airport, if a taxi counter reduces the price to 300 THB, it's best to take it. Walking the 2km distance from the main road after taking a songthaew is tiring, hot, and along a road without shade.
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Public transport (songthaews) in Samui can be unreliable and expensive. Consider renting a car if you're comfortable driving.
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At Samui Airport, look for the taxi counter for minibus services. A minibus to Bophut costs around 130 THB per person.
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If a minibus is not available and you are not in a hurry, wait for other passengers to share a taxi from Samui airport to Bophut.
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If arriving late at night at Samui Airport, there may be no minibus service available, only taxis.
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Alternative Airports
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Distance: 770 km
Consider this airport if you find better flight deals or connections through Bangkok.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get from Bophut to Surat Thani Airport for an early flight?
Take the 6:00 AM ferry to Don Sak pier, arriving around 7:30 AM. Then, take a taxi to Surat Thani Airport. The taxi should take you to the airport by 10:00 AM.
How to get from ibis Bophut to Samui Airport?
Take a songthaew (shared taxi). The fare from ibis Bophut to the airport should be around 50 THB.