Airports of Cambodia
Cambodia's commercial aviation network is small by any measure — five airports total, none of them a mega-hub with triple-digit route counts. What you get instead is a structure built around one clear leader, Phnom Penh's Kratie Airport (KTI), with a handful of secondary airports handling the overflow and the tourist traffic. The country's geography does most of the explaining here: a relatively compact nation with two dominant cities and one world-famous archaeological site. Airlines responded accordingly, concentrating capacity where the demand actually is rather than spreading it thin.
The shape of Cambodia's aviation network
KTI's 38 non-stop destinations do a lot of heavy lifting for a country this size. It's not Hong Kong, but for Southeast Asian regional connectivity it's genuinely workable — you can reach it directly from most major regional cities without routing through Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur first. Siem Reap-Angkor International (SAI) earns its 14 routes almost entirely on the strength of Angkor Wat, which is the honest truth about airport economics in tourist-dependent markets. Sihanoukville (KOS) at 10 routes is where the coastal crowd lands. The interesting outlier is Dara Sakor (DSY), sitting at a single active route — a reminder that airport construction and actual airline interest are two very different conversations.
Airport tiers in Cambodia
Regional airports (3)
- KTI Phnom Penh — 38 destinations
- SAI Siem Reap — 14 destinations
- KOS Sihanoukville — 10 destinations
Minor airfields (2)
- DSY Krong Khemara Phoumin — 1 destinations
- PNH Phnom Penh — 0 destinations
Tips for using Cambodia's airports
Fly into KTI for Phnom Penh, business, or onward flexibility — it's your best bet for international connections and the widest schedule options. SAI is the obvious choice for Angkor Wat visits; the airport sits close enough to the temple complex that you won't lose half a day to ground transfers. KOS serves the southern coast directly, which saves you a long overland leg from the capital. If you're heading somewhere more remote and DSY comes up as an option, verify the route is actually operating before you build a connection around it — single-route airports have fragile schedules.
Frequently asked questions
How many airports are in Cambodia?
Cambodia has 5 commercial airports serving the country. These airports provide domestic and international connectivity for travelers visiting different regions of Cambodia.
What is the biggest and busiest airport in Cambodia?
Kratie Airport (KTI) is Cambodia's top airport hub. It serves as the primary hub for most international and domestic flights in the country.
Can I fly internationally from regional airports in Cambodia?
Cambodia does not have major international hubs outside of its primary airport. Most international flights operate through the main hub, while regional airports primarily handle domestic services.
What is the distance between Cambodia's main airports?
The exact distances between Cambodia's airports vary by location, but specific transit times depend on your departure and arrival airports. Ground transportation options are available between major airports.
Which airport should I fly into when visiting Cambodia?
Kratie Airport (KTI) is the recommended choice for most visitors as it is the country's main hub with the best international connections and ground transportation options. Your choice may depend on which region of Cambodia you plan to visit.