Airports Near Koh Tao
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Quick Overview
| Airport | Code | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samui International Airport Nearest | USM | 100 km | Recommended |
| Surat Thani International Airport | URT | 160 km |
Samui International Airport (USM)
Distance: 100 km from Koh Tao
Getting to Koh Tao
* Prices and schedules are based on traveler reports from Pantip and may change. Always confirm with service providers.
| Transport | Price | Duration | Convenience | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lomprayah Bus + Ferry (Bangkok to Koh Tao) | 1,250-1,550 THB | 6 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Bus departs from Khao San Road in Bangkok, arrives at Chumphon pier, and connects to a ferry to Koh Tao. VIP bus option available. |
| AirAsia Flight (Bangkok to Surat Thani) + Lomprayah Bus + Ferry | - | 5 hr 30 min | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Flight to Surat Thani, then connecting bus and ferry to Koh Tao. Total travel time can be longer than direct bus + ferry. |
| Nok Air Flight (Bangkok to Chumphon) + Lomprayah Bus + Ferry | - | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Flight to Chumphon, then connecting bus and ferry to Koh Tao. Boonsiri Ferry also available. |
| Fametour or Kiat Travel Van + Ferry (Chumphon Airport to Koh Tao) | 150 THB | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Van from Chumphon airport to pier. |
| Taxi (Chumphon City to Chumphon Airport) | - | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Contact 0852626219 (Chumphon Taxi) |
| Night Boat (Surat Thani to Koh Tao) | - | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Leaves around 10 PM - 11 PM, arrives Koh Tao around 5:30 AM. Several companies available: Ch. Tapee, Sea Crest, Koh Charoen, Saen Dee 9, Tong 111. |
| Seatran Discovery (Samui Airport to Koh Tao) | 600 THB | 2 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Ferry from Bangrak Pier (near Samui Airport) to Koh Tao. |
| Lomprayah (Samui Airport to Koh Tao) | - | - | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Includes transfer from airport to Maenam pier, then ferry to Koh Tao. |
Local Tips
Real advice from Thai travelers: These tips are collected from Pantip, Thailand's largest online community where locals share travel experiences.
Consider taking a night boat from Chumphon to Koh Tao. It's cheaper and saves on accommodation costs.
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Be aware of potential scams with taxi fares on Koh Tao. Negotiate the price beforehand or consider renting a motorbike if you are comfortable driving.
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For travel from Bangkok, taking a bus directly to Chumphon and then a ferry to Koh Tao can be faster overall than flying to Surat Thani and transferring multiple times.
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If flying to Surat Thani, consider taking a night boat from the city to Koh Tao.
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Check ferry schedules carefully, especially when connecting to flights, to avoid missing your flight. Delays can occur due to weather or other factors.
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If traveling from Bangkok, consider the Lomprayah bus + ferry service to Koh Tao, departing from Khao San Road. It can be a convenient option.
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Flying to Chumphon and taking a connecting bus and ferry is generally the closest and easiest route to Koh Tao.
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Alternative Airports
Surat Thani International Airport (URT)
Distance: 160 km
Consider this airport if you find better flight deals or connections through Surat Thani.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Tao?
You can take a Lomprayah bus and ferry combination, or a Pantip Travel bus to the city, and then take a night boat.
Is it better to fly to Surat Thani or Chumphon to get to Koh Tao?
Generally, flying to Chumphon is closer and more convenient, but flights may be limited. Surat Thani has more flight options, but the journey to Koh Tao is longer with more transfers.
How long does it take to get from Koh Tao to Surat Thani Airport?
It depends on the mode of transport. It will take 3-6 hours, better to take a night boat the day before.