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

Departing from South Africa to Ko Samui will take you 22h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8699 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ko Samui ranges from 58.0 - 490.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 490.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Ko Samui when rainfall is around 58.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ko Samui, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Ko Samui?

Consider Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways or Emirates when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Ko Samui.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Ko Samui as you normally would.

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.

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

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Ko Samui flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Ko Samui?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Ko Samui.

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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Ko Samui that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

Mon 11/513:30JNB - USM

2 stops22h 25mEmirates

Thu 14/58:00USM - JNB

2 stops37h 15mEmirates

Deal found 29/12R14 583

Thu 12/211:00JNB - USM

2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 19/216:30USM - JNB

2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/12R15 265

Wed 6/519:50JNB - USM

1 stop18h 00mSingapore Airlines

Sun 24/511:05USM - JNB

1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 29/12R15 581

Sun 3/510:05JNB - USM

2 stops25h 50mEmirates

Sun 17/58:00USM - JNB

2 stops37h 15mEmirates

Deal found 29/12R14 617

Tue 10/214:30JNB - USM

2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 3/320:30USM - JNB

2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/12R15 548

Sun 3/513:45JNB - USM

1 stop22h 35mSingapore Airlines

Sun 17/518:15USM - JNB

1 stop29h 20mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 30/12R16 363

Sat 27/619:50JNB - USM

2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/76:00USM - JNB

2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/12R16 063

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Wed 15/49:50JNB - USM

2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/12R7 333

Wed 15/419:50JNB - USM

1 stop18h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 29/12R9 129

Sat 16/519:50JNB - USM

1 stop16h 30mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 30/12R12 172

Sat 16/519:50JNB - USM

2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/12R15 016

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Round-trip from	R14 583
One-way from	R7 333
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	September
Average price	R18 890

Emirates
11/5-14/5
4 total stops
59h 40m total
South Africa to Ko Samui

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15/4
2 total stops
40h 20m total
South Africa to Ko Samui

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 243 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 956 potential savings vs. average return price).

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JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

13:30-16:55

2 stops22h 25m

Ko Samui

Thu 14/5

8:00-16:15

2 stops37h 15m

R14 583

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

10:05-16:55

2 stops25h 50m

Ko Samui

Sun 17/5

8:00-16:15

2 stops37h 15m

R14 617

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

11:00-15:40

2 stops23h 40m

Ko Samui

Thu 19/2

16:30-7:25

2 stops19h 55m

R15 265

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

14:30-15:35

2 stops20h 05m

Ko Samui

Tue 3/3

20:30-13:05

2 stops21h 35m

R15 548

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

19:50-18:50

1 stop18h 00m

Ko Samui

Sun 24/5

11:05-6:10

1 stop24h 05m

R15 581

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

19:50-20:30

2 stops19h 40m

Ko Samui

Tue 7/7

6:00-18:35

2 stops17h 35m

R16 063

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:45-17:20

1 stop22h 35m

Ko Samui

Sun 17/5

18:15-18:35

1 stop29h 20m

R16 363

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

9:50-7:10

2 stops40h 20m

R7 333

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

19:50-18:50

1 stop18h 00m

R9 129

JohannesburgKo Samui

JNB - USM

JNBUSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

19:50-17:20

1 stop16h 30m

R12 172

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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 082). Flying from South Africa to Ko Samui in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 315). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ko Samui

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

3 447 reviews

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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

3 447 reviews

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8,1

Very Good

3 447 reviews

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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

1 422 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 447 reviews

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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

1 111 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 447 reviews

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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

3 699 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 447 reviews

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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

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 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8699 km.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Ko Samui that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Ko Samui flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Ko Samui?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Ko Samui.
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 082). Flying from South Africa to Ko Samui in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 315). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR10 064	AverageR15 396	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR12 747	AverageR16 023	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR15 272	AverageR17 621	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR16 312	AverageR19 583	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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