Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Ko Samui, Thailand

Here is what to know before booking a flight to Ko Samui from Montreal.

From Montreal, fares to Ko Samui usually run between $1450 and $2400. The best fare spotted recently is $1790 (about 7% below the typical price).

What this route usually costs

We have recorded a fare from Montreal to Ko Samui on 58 separate days, the first on July 7, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $1790 to $2070, with a median of $2013. None of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $1790 is the lowest we have recorded.

Days observed 58
Lowest recorded $1790
Median day $2013
Highest recorded $2070

These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.

Ko Samui is a Gulf of Thailand island that trades city buzz for palm-fringed beaches and easy days. Sink your toes into the sand at Chaweng, climb up to the golden Big Buddha, chase jungle waterfalls inland, then hop over to Ko Pha-ngan next door. It is warm, unhurried, and made for slow mornings and long swims. Whether you want a lively beach strip or a quiet cove, Samui delivers both!

When to go

Samui runs on its own rhythm, distinct from mainland Thailand. The driest, sunniest stretch falls roughly from February to April, ideal for beaches and boat trips, though it is also the hottest. The wettest months are October to December, when the northeast monsoon brings heavy rain and rougher seas. The middle of the year is generally pleasant with occasional showers and fewer crowds than the high season peak.

Getting there from Montreal

There is no nonstop from Eastern Canada. From Quebec City (YQB) you connect through Montreal or Toronto, cross to Asia via a Pacific, European, or Gulf hub, reach Bangkok, then take a short domestic flight straight to Samui's own airport. From Montreal (YUL) it works the same way, one North American connection plus a major international hub, then the Bangkok to Samui leg. Expect two connections and a full day of travel; ferries from the mainland are a slower alternative.

What to see and do

Chaweng Beach and its lively shorefront
The hilltop Big Buddha shrine
Inland jungle waterfalls
Island-hop to Ko Pha-ngan

Good to know before you go

Get around by songthaew shared trucks along set routes, by metered or negotiated taxis, or by rented scooter, which is popular but genuinely risky on Samui's hilly, busy roads, so ride cautiously and wear a helmet; Grab coverage is limited here. The currency is the Thai baht and cash is essential outside resorts. Thai is the language, with English common in tourist zones. Drink bottled water only. Agree taxi fares before setting off, dress modestly at temples, and remove shoes before entering any shrine or home.

Entry requirements and health

No visa needed

Good news: with a Canadian passport you can just show up for a short tourist stay, no visa needed. Keep an eye on how long you're allowed to stay so your trip fits.

Vaccines and health

Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water. Malaria is present in some areas, so ask a clinic whether antimalarials make sense for your route.

General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.

Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.

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