Sihanouk International Airport serves Sihanoukville, Cambodia's main coastal city on the Gulf of Thailand, a few kilometers from the city center.
It is the country's third-busiest airport, an access point to Cambodian beaches and nearby islands such as Koh Rong.
How to get to Sihanouk International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to KOS
Parking near Sihanouk International Airport
Across from the terminal is a parking lot of modest dimensions.
Fares are overall quite reasonable.
How to get to Sihanoukville from KOS
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at Sihanouk International Airport
Car rental options are limited; many visitors rely on taxis or tuk-tuks for local travel.
Requirements are limited to driver's license, passport, and credit card.
Hotels near Sihanouk International Airport
Downtown and Victory Beach
About 20-22 km from the airport, 20-30 minutes by taxi depending on traffic.
Best for: Anyone who wants the casino, downtown restaurants and the city's liveliest nightlife.
- Downtown restaurants, banks and shops within walking distance
- A casino open around the clock and a private beach at Victory Beach
- The downtown waterfront is busy with traffic and less well-kept than the tourist beaches
- Fewer upscale hotels than Sokha Beach or Otres
Recommended hotels
- RIVA Hotel SHV 175 rooms in downtown, 5 minutes by car from Victory Beach and Prince Mall; sauna, steam bath and outdoor pool. View availability
- Queenco Entertainment Resort 199 rooms on Victory Beach with a private beach, a casino open around the clock and four restaurants; about 17 km from the airport. View availability
Sokha Beach and Independence Beach
About 21 km from the airport, 20-30 minutes by taxi; 5-10 minutes by car from downtown.
Best for: Anyone who wants a resort with a private beach without straying too far from downtown.
- Private beaches cleaner and better kept than the one downtown
- Resorts with several pools, spas and in-house restaurants, handy during the hottest hours
- A car or a tuk-tuk is needed to reach restaurants outside the resort
- Less nightlife than downtown or Otres
Recommended hotels
- Sokha Beach Resort A 1.5 km private beach in the Mittakpheap district, 5 minutes from Sokha Beach and the Golden Lions roundabout; several pools, a spa and restaurants in one large resort. View availability
- Independence Hotel Resort & Spa A restored historic hotel on a private beach among the woods, a 5-minute walk from Independence Beach; outdoor pool, spa and two restaurants with sea views. View availability
Otres Beach
About 16 km from the airport; a tuk-tuk from Otres to downtown or Serendipity costs 6-10 dollars and takes about 15-20 minutes.
Best for: Anyone looking for cleaner water and a relaxed atmosphere, away from the chaos of downtown.
- Cleaner water and less crowded beaches than downtown
- Small independent resorts and restaurants on the sand, more genuine than the big hotels
- Very little beyond the beach resorts: a tuk-tuk is always needed for downtown or Pub Street
- In recent years several addresses have changed to Chinese management, with signage and breakfasts aimed at that clientele
Recommended hotels
- Good Time Boutique Hotel A hotel with a pool a short walk from Otres Beach 1; a simple option for anyone who wants to stay on Sihanoukville's quietest beach. View availability
- White Boutique Hotel and Restaurant 17-19 colonial-style rooms on Otres 2, the quietest stretch of Otres beach, 16 km from the airport; a natural-stone pool and an in-house restaurant reported to be among the area's best. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is adequately sized for its role as Cambodia's third-busiest airport, with seasonal traffic driven by beach tourism.
It is advisable to arrive at the airport 2.5–3 hours early for international flights.
Map of Sihanouk International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is Koh Rong?
An island off Sihanoukville known for white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, reachable by ferry from the city's port, a much quieter destination than the mainland.
Q. Is a taxi or tuk-tuk better from the airport?
A taxi costs roughly 35-40 EUR for the approximately 25 km trip into Sihanoukville city; the tuk-tuk, where available, is a cheaper alternative but with a fare to negotiate on the spot, less suited to bulky luggage or large groups.
Q. Is it worth booking the taxi in advance?
Yes, especially for flights with inconvenient times: booking through your hotel at least 3 hours ahead is recommended.
Q. Is Sihanoukville Cambodia's third airport?
Yes, by passenger numbers, after Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
