Quick answer
Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport (SAI) opened in October 2023 and sits about 50 km east of Siem Reap town, so the ride in takes roughly an hour. Install a Cambodia eSIM before you fly, turn on Data Roaming for it when you land, and you can arrange the ride and message your hotel straight away.
Why do I want data before leaving SAI?
The new airport is a long way from town, so this is not a place to step outside and figure things out later. With data you can confirm your hotel pickup, compare a ride-hailing price with a taxi, and follow the route on a map during the hour-long drive.
How do I get from the airport to Siem Reap town?
Many hotels offer airport transfers; message them with your flight number before you fly, then again from arrivals once your eSIM is on. Taxis are available at the airport, and Grab and PassApp are widely used in Siem Reap, so check the apps for a price when you land.
Whatever you choose, plan for about an hour on the road. Save your hotel address as a screenshot in case you need to show it to the driver.
Will the eSIM work at the Angkor temples?
The eSIM connects to the Metfone network, and coverage depends on where you are. Around Siem Reap town and the main temple areas you can usually expect signal, but it can be weaker deeper in the park or at more remote sites. Download an offline map of the park before your first temple day.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Siem Reap–Angkor Airport from town?
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About 50 km east of Siem Reap town. The drive usually takes around an hour, so arrange your transfer or ride before you leave the terminal.
Is SAI the old Siem Reap airport?
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No. Siem Reap–Angkor International (SAI) opened in October 2023 and replaced the old airport that was close to town. Flights to Siem Reap now use SAI.
Which plan suits a few days at Angkor?
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For three or four days of temples, maps, and photo sharing, a 3 GB a day plan gives plenty of room. Daily plans reset at 10:59 PM Cambodia time and the first day ends then too, so pick one day more than your stay.
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