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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ko Samui from R17 130

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — USM
Dec 9 — Dec 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Ko Samui
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Ko Samui. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 November 2025.

Mon 8/1222:20JNB - USM
2 stops28h 50mEmirates
Sun 14/128:15USM - JNB
2 stops37h 20mEmirates
Deal found 8/11R19 896
Wed 24/1214:30JNB - USM
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1221:15USM - JNB
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R21 572
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - USM
1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 14/1211:40USM - JNB
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11R22 973
Mon 22/1220:20JNB - USM
2 stops30h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 29/1221:15USM - JNB
2 stops23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/11R23 180
Sun 21/121:35JNB - USM
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1218:30USM - JNB
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R25 565

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Ko Samui

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Ko Samui flight deals. Data was last updated 9 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 799

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 004
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 3/5-17/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • South Africa to Ko Samui
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R21 821 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 508 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Ko Samui that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ko Samui that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Ko Samui

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:45-18:30

1 stop23h 45m

Ko Samui

Sun 17/5

17:40-18:35

1 stop29h 55m

R17 130

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

10:05-10:45

2 stops19h 40m

Ko Samui

Sun 3/5

8:45-10:15

2 stops30h 30m

R18 271

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:45-11:55

2 stops17h 10m

Ko Samui

Sun 17/5

17:40-18:35

1 stop29h 55m

R19 429

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

22:20-8:10

2 stops28h 50m

Ko Samui

Sun 14/12

8:15-16:35

2 stops37h 20m

R19 896

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

13:55-17:05

2 stops22h 10m

Ko Samui

Mon 13/4

15:20-10:00

2 stops23h 40m

R20 276

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

13:45-18:30

1 stop23h 45m

Ko Samui

Sun 3/5

8:45-6:10

1 stop26h 25m

R20 933

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

19:50-16:45

1 stop15h 55m

Ko Samui

Mon 13/4

8:45-18:35

1 stop14h 50m

R21 330

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

11:20-19:35

1 stop27h 15m

Ko Samui

Sun 14/12

11:40-7:25

1 stop24h 45m

R23 024

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

13:45-14:45

2 stops20h 00m

Ko Samui

Mon 13/4

8:45-18:35

1 stop14h 50m

R25 047

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

19:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

R17 804

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ko Samui

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ko Samui from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Ko Samui

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Ko Samui?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ko Samui (average of R8 401). Flying from South Africa to Ko Samui in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 713). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to USM?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Ko Samui. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 November 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Ko Samui, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Ko Samui?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Ko Samui. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Ko Samui flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ko Samui

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ko Samui. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ko Samui. Reviews last updated 9 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Ko Samui. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 055 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ko Samui from South Africa?

    Most people fly into Ko Samui (USM) if they book a flight to Ko Samui from South Africa. Ko Samui is conveniently located just 3,3 km from Ko Samui’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Ko Samui?

    Departing from South Africa to Ko Samui will take you 22h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8699 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Ko Samui that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Ko Samui?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Ko Samui by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Ko Samui?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ko Samui (average of R8 401). Flying from South Africa to Ko Samui in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 713). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Ko Samui

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 465AverageR15 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 357AverageR17 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 875AverageR18 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 878AverageR20 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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