Techo International Airport (KTI) to Phnom Penh
Taxis and ride-hailing cars are the main way into central Phnom Penh, taking roughly 45–90 minutes depending on traffic. Public and shuttle bus services to the city have been introduced but schedules change, so check on arrival.
Techo International Airport opened in September 2025 and replaced the old Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) for commercial flights. Transport links are still developing, so check the latest options before travelling.
Best for most people: Taxi. With a new airport farther from town, an official taxi or app ride is the most predictable way to reach your hotel.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| taxi Official airport taxi counter or rank in Arrivals | about 45–90 min | roughly US$20–35 | 24 h | Confirm the price before leaving; US dollars are widely used. | |
| ride-hailing Grab and local apps such as PassApp, from the designated pick-up area | about 45–90 min | often cheaper than a taxi | 24 h | Car rather than tuk-tuk is advised with luggage on this longer trip. | |
| bus Airport and city bus services to central Phnom Penh | about 60–90 min | check current timetable | low | check last departures | Services introduced with the new airport; routes and times may change. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Make sure your onward booking says Techo International Airport, not the old airport.
- Get a local SIM in Arrivals so you can use Grab or PassApp.
- Small US dollar notes are useful; change is often given in Cambodian riel.
- Allow extra time for traffic when heading back to the airport.
Common questions
Which airport serves Phnom Penh now?
Since September 2025, commercial flights use Techo International Airport (KTI), south of the city. The old Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) closed to commercial flights. Check that hotel transfers and tickets mention the new airport.
How much is a taxi from the airport to the city?
Expect roughly US$20–35 to central Phnom Penh, depending on your destination and the time of day. Ride-hailing apps such as Grab are often cheaper. Agree the price before setting off if there is no fixed fare shown.
How long does it take to reach the centre?
Usually about 45–90 minutes, as the new airport is farther from the city than the old one and traffic can be heavy. Allow plenty of time when returning for a departure, especially at rush hour and on public holidays.
Is there public transport from the new airport?
Bus and shuttle services to the city were introduced with the new airport, but routes and timetables are still changing. Check at the information desk or on the airport's official channels on arrival. For most travellers a taxi or app ride is more reliable.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.