Quick Facts
- No direct flights from USA, Canada, UK, or Australia – connect via Bangkok, Singapore, or Hong Kong
- Bangkok has the most frequent and cheapest connections
- E-visa or visa on arrival available at all international airports
Cambodia's International Airports
PNHPhnom Penh International Airport
Main gateway and busiest airport. Most international connections.
Airlines Serving This Airport
Transfer to City
30-45 min by taxi ($12-15) or tuk-tuk ($9-10)
💡 Tip
ATMs and SIM cards available in arrivals. Official taxi counter outside.
REPSiem Reap-Angkor International Airport
Gateway to Angkor Wat. Second busiest with many Asian connections.
Airlines Serving This Airport
Transfer to City
20-30 min by taxi ($10) or tuk-tuk ($7-8)
💡 Tip
New airport opened 2023. Free WiFi. Book Angkor passes at airport kiosk.
KOSSihanoukville International Airport
Coastal gateway. Limited international flights, mostly China connections.
Airlines Serving This Airport
Transfer to City
30-40 min by taxi ($15-20)
💡 Tip
Smaller airport. Better to fly to Phnom Penh and take bus/taxi to coast.
Popular Flight Routes
| From | To | Duration | Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok (BKK) | Phnom Penh | 1h 15m | Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways, AirAsia |
| Bangkok (BKK) | Siem Reap | 1h | Bangkok Airways, Thai Smile |
| Ho Chi Minh City | Phnom Penh | 50m | Vietnam Airlines, VietJet |
| Kuala Lumpur | Phnom Penh | 2h | AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines |
| Singapore | Phnom Penh | 2h | Singapore Airlines, Scoot, Jetstar |
| Hong Kong | Phnom Penh | 2h 45m | Cathay Pacific, Cambodia Airways |
| Seoul (ICN) | Siem Reap | 5h 30m | Korean Air, Asiana |
| Dubai | Phnom Penh | 7h | Emirates |
Flight Booking Tips
📅 Best Time to Book
Book 2-3 months ahead for peak season (Nov-Feb). Prices spike around Christmas and Khmer New Year (April).
💰 Budget Airlines
AirAsia, Scoot, and VietJet offer the cheapest fares. Watch baggage fees – they add up fast.
🔄 Best Connection Hub
Bangkok (BKK) has most options. Singapore (SIN) and Kuala Lumpur (KUL) are good alternatives.
🔍 Price Comparison
Use Skyscanner or Google Flights. Check airline websites directly – sometimes cheaper.
✈️ Multi-City Savings
Fly into Siem Reap, out of Phnom Penh (or vice versa) to avoid backtracking.
🛂 Visa Reminder
Get your e-visa before flying to save time at immigration. Valid for airport arrivals.
What to Expect on Arrival
Immigration Process
- Fill out arrival card (given on plane)
- Visa on arrival queue OR e-visa/visa holder queue
- Pay visa fee ($30-36 USD cash)
- Photo and fingerprints taken
- Passport stamped (30 days)
- Collect baggage and exit through customs
After Immigration
- • ATMs: Available in arrivals hall (dispense USD)
- • SIM cards: Cellcard, Smart, Metfone counters
- • Taxis: Use official taxi counter for fixed prices
- • Grab: Works at Phnom Penh and Siem Reap airports
- • Hotel pickup: Often cheapest option – arrange in advance
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