Siem Reap – Angkor International Airport, bearing the IATA code ‘SAI,’ began operations on October 16, 2023. It is Cambodia’s second-largest international airport, with a terminal designed to handle 7 million passengers a year. In 2025 it handled 15,200 flights and 1.478 million passengers.
This comprehensive guide serves as your trusted resource, ensuring a seamless travel experience through Siem Reap – Angkor International Airport and onwards to your accommodations.
Location
Located about 50 kilometers east of downtown Siem Reap, the airport is strategically positioned to serve as the primary gateway for travelers embarking on a journey to the renowned Angkor Wat complex.
The location of the new airport, in comparison to the old airport which was just 5 km from town, was chosen due to several reasons, including:
- Allowing long-haul direct flights with larger airplanes to accommodate international travelers, particularly tourists from America and Europe;
- Facilitating more domestic and international flights to meet the expected growth in tourism numbers;
- Minimizing the impact of vibrations and air pollution on the Angkor Archaeological Park and Siem Reap town;
- Providing space for the ever-expanding city of Siem Reap, which is poised to introduce various new tourism attractions and a whole new city named Grand Siem Reap. This new city, located just 8 km from the new airport, will feature residential, commercial, and tourism zones, further enhancing the area’s development;
For a visual representation of the airport’s location in proximity to Siem Reap town and the Angkor Wat temple complex, consult the Google map below.
Getting to and from the New Siem Reap Airport
Accessing the airport is facilitated by the “Angkor Highway”, reducing travel time considerably. This 24.5-kilometer highway, commencing near national road 6 at the 294 km marker, has alleviated some traffic congestion. Nevertheless, despite this new route, the total distance between Siem Reap town and the airport remains at about 50 km with an estimated travel time of 1 hour and 15 minutes. The airport highway is a toll road: since January 1, 2026, a car with up to 7 seats pays US$ 4 (16,000 riel) per round trip, charged at the entrance toll station.
Official Transportation Options & Prices
Travelers have 3 official transport options available to get to and from Siem Reap Airport:
- Private car (up to 7 persons): $35 per vehicle;
- Mini-van (8 to 15 persons): $40 per vehicle;
- Shuttle bus service: $8 a person each way;
Airport Shuttle Bus Service: Schedule, Drop-off Points, Pick-up Points
From Siem Reap airport, the official Airport Bus departs to town at 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 5:30pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm and 10:00pm. After leaving the arrival terminal, look for the Airport Bus sign: the counter is on the left-hand side. The bus brings you to the Airport Bus station on 7 Makara Road, in front of ACE School, in downtown Siem Reap. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included in the fare. According to the operator, a tuk-tuk pick-up from a hotel in town costs $2, and the drop-off from the station to hotels within 2 km is free.
For travelers heading from Siem Reap town to the airport, the bus departs from the 7 Makara Road station at 5:30am, 7:00am, 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.
The fare is $8 a person each way. Book online at siemreapairportbus.com, or call +855 70 665 631.
New: Airport Shuttle Express by Cambodia Post
Thanks to this recently added shuttle bus service by Cambodia Post, travelers have even more transport options to get to and from Siem Reap Airport. At $8 a person, the cost is equally affordable as the official shuttle bus.
From Siem Reap airport, shuttle buses depart to town at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 15:00pm, 16:30pm, 18:00pm, 20:00pm. The drop-off point is at the Siem Reap Post Office along the riverside in the center of town. Depending on the location of your hotel, this may be a more convenient drop-off point than CDF Angkor Duty Free Store.
For travelers heading towards the airport, shuttle buses depart from the Siem Reap Post Office at 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 14:00pm, 15:30pm, 17:00pm.
Other Transportation Options
In addition to the official transport options provided by the airport, travelers currently have a range of alternative choices:
- Private taxi services, priced at approximately 25 USD per car;
- Private shuttle services, available at around 12 USD per person, which is slightly more expensive than the official service, but available 24/7 with direct drop-off at your hotel;
- Taxi-booking platforms like Grab or the local variant PassApp. Consider booking a private car, as tuk-tuks or rickshaws may not be allowed to enter the airport;
It’s important to note that the availability and regulation of these alternative services may change in the future. For the latest updates, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us via our contact form, Facebook, or Instagram.
Airport Parking Rates
For those considering using their own transportation to or from the airport, it’s essential to note the available parking spaces and associated rates:
- Type A vehicles (vehicles with up to 7 seats / trucks with a load capacity under 2 tons): free within 15 minutes, 4,000 riels (1 USD) from above 15 to 30 minutes, and 2,000 riels (0.5 USD) for every additional 30 minutes.
- Type B vehicles (vehicles with 8 to 19 seats / trucks with a load capacity from 2 to 5 tons): free within 30 minutes, 5,000 riels (1.25 USD) from above 30 to 60 minutes, and 3,000 riels (0.75 USD) for every additional 30 minutes.
- Type C vehicles (vehicles with 20 seats or more / trucks with a load capacity of 5 tons or more): free within 30 minutes, 8,000 riels (2 USD) from above 30 to 60 minutes, and 4,000 riels (1 USD) for every additional 30 minutes.
Please note that motorcycles and tractors are prohibited from entering the airport parking lot, and a lost parking card is charged 20, 30 or 40 USD depending on the vehicle type. Remember, parking is at your own risk, and the airport cannot be held responsible for any property loss or damage incurred.
Airlines and Destinations
The airport’s official website lists 13 operating airlines:
- Air Cambodia (K6);
- AirAsia (AK, FD, KT);
- Bangkok Airways (PG);
- China Eastern Airlines (MU);
- Emirates (EK);
- Firefly (FY);
- IndiGo (6E);
- Lao Airlines (QV);
- Singapore Airlines (SQ);
- Sky Angkor Airlines (ZA);
- Thai Airways International (TG);
- VietJet Air (VJ);
- Vietnam Airlines (VN);
According to the airport, these airlines connect Siem Reap with 15 cities in 9 countries: Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville in Cambodia; Bangkok (Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi) and Phuket in Thailand; Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Phu Quoc in Vietnam; Luang Prabang and Pakse in Laos; Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia; Singapore; Kunming in China; Kolkata in India; and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Routes change often, so check the airport’s flight page or your airline before you book.
Airport Departures – What to Expect
While the domestic departure zone is on the ground floor, international travelers should ensure they are dropped off at the International Departure Hall on the upper level, which the airport signs as the 3rd floor.
Upon entering the international departures terminal, travelers will encounter a modern and spacious environment designed to meet their various needs. This includes convenient amenities such as a currency exchange booth, a coffee shop, luggage wrapping services, charging stations, and water refill stations. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available as well throughout the airport!
Airport Arrivals – What to Expect
Upon your arrival at Siem Reap Airport, if you don’t already have a Cambodian visa, you’ll need to apply for a visa-on-arrival before proceeding through immigration. All travelers, including those who already hold a visa, must also complete the free Cambodia e-Arrival card within 7 days before arrival, on the official website arrival.gov.kh. An ATM stands next to the visa counter, and bank counters are available in the terminal, should you require US dollars for the visa fee.
Cambodia uses two currencies: Cambodian Riel (KHR) and US Dollar (USD). However, the visa-on-arrival can only be paid in US Dollar: the tourist visa costs US$ 30, in cash. Don’t miss our article about safely exchanging money in Siem Reap!
After clearing immigration, a brief walk will lead you to the baggage claim area and the airport exit. Once outside, you can easily arrange transportation to Siem Reap town using the previously mentioned options. Additionally, the telecom and SIM card counter is on the 1st floor of the arrival welcome area, about 20 meters from the international exit, with prepaid mobile data plans to stay connected during your visit. During our latest visit, Cambodia’s 3 main mobile carriers were available: Metfone, Cellcard, and Smart Mobile.
Technical Details
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport covers an area of approximately 700 hectares and holds a 4E category, with a runway 3,600 meters long and 45 meters wide that can take long-haul aircraft such as the Airbus A340-600 and Boeing 747-400. With an 81,800 square meter terminal and 38 planned aircraft stands, it represents Cambodia’s commitment to modernizing its air travel infrastructure.
Conclusion
Siem Reap – Angkor International Airport has been operating since October 2023. Airlines, bus times and prices still change from time to time, so check the airport’s official website before you travel.
We’re dedicated to keeping this article current and accurate, and we welcome your input. If you have feedback or come across new information regarding the airport, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are available through our contact form or the comment section below.
Airport-town transfer is too expensive.
The Airport Shuttle Bus Service is too seldom. Minimum should be hourly service.
Best regards
Juergen
True, but also have a look at the private transport options that we mention in this article. And don’t forget that the airport just opened. We think more transport options can be expected in the future when flights increase. We agree that an hourly shuttle bus service is a must and would make the cost of transport into town more reasonable at 8usd for a single / 15usd for a return ticket.
Is there any long term car park in the airport ? I want to make a trip abroad, starting from SAI and returning to SAI, leaving my car for about 5 days. What do you offer as long term car park ?
Thanks for reply.
Christian
Hi Christian, thanks for your comment. Last time when i visited SAI airport, the long-term car park was not available yet. This was about 3 weeks ago (last week of October).
Hi Christian, we just added more information about parking options and prices at SAI airport.
Is the private transport option like taxi readily available at the airport.
Yes, private taxis / minivans are available at the airport without booking upfront. However, there may be some waiting time depending on the number of travelers arriving at the same time. If this is an issue for you, then we recommend to book in advance through one of the services mentioned in this post.
Hi, how much time should we consider for arrival at the airport (to get luggage, get a Cambodian visa and go through immigration) and also when leaving (how long before the flight) ?
I will be arriving from Bangkok and also returnin to Bangkok after my stay in Siem Reap.
Thanks a lot
Not an easy question. It depends on the number of travelers arriving simultaneously at the airport. As it’s high season, I would count about 45min to apply for the tourist visa, pass through immigration and pick up your luggage. Going back to Bangkok, i would recommend to arrive at the airport minimum 1,5 hour before your flight.
May I know if SIA (new airport) also accepts E-Visa. Thanks & BR, Prakash.
Hi, yes they accept e-visas at the new airport (SIA). Also read our guide about visa requirements to enter Cambodia.
Having worked at an Airport Myself in England. It’s wonderful to learn that South East Asia is really Progressing under the Sino Belt and Road Initiative. I understand that the Airport would be: “Owned” By China for 50 years; after which it would be given back to the Cambodia People.
State-of-the-Art 21St Century Infrastructure is always very impressive.
All Credits to the Cambodian People and it’s Forward thinking partners in Asia and around the World!
And Angkor Wat Temple is a Unesco World Heritage Site!
Thank you for your kind words! 🙏🏽
Hi. Can evisas be used at the new airport.
Hi Louise. Yes, e-visas are fine.
Hello~
Are there restaurants to eat there?
There are currently just a few restaurants as the airport has only opened a few months ago.
Where does the shuttle service drop off?
From Siem Reap airport, shuttle buses depart to town at 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm, 10:00pm and will bring you directly to CDF Angkor Duty Free Store in downtown Siem Reap (Wat Bo area). From there you can travel to your hotel by rickshaw or tuk-tuk which should only take a couple of minutes.