Sihanoukville to Sihanoukville

How to Get From Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre

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MaartenWritten by Maarten

Private Transport · Tuk Tuk

Sihanoukville Airport sits a short drive from the city centre. It's your first stop on the way to Cambodia's southern islands and their white-sand beaches. A private transfer is the quickest way into town, taking 35m for $15 (61,000 KHR). A tuk-tuk is the budget-friendly ride at $6.80 (27,500 KHR), if you're happy to go a little slower.

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2 ways to travel from Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre

There are two ways to travel from Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre. The journey takes 35m–45m and the quickest way is by private transport. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by tuk-tuk with tickets starting at $6.80 (27,500 KHR).

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Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre by Private Transport

No public buses or airport shuttles operate between Sihanoukville International Airport and the city centre.

Your main options are:

  • Airport taxi
  • Ride-hailing apps
  • Pre-booked private transfer

Airport taxis are the most straightforward choice. The ride from Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre takes around 35m, and fares start from $25 (102,000 KHR). You’ll find the taxi service counter in the arrivals area, just before exiting the terminal.

Grab and PassApp are available in Sihanoukville, but their service at the airport is not always reliable, and wait times can be unpredictable. Their prices are often lower than taxi rates, though, starting from $15 (61,000 KHR). It’s worth checking out these apps if you're on a budget.

For a smoother experience, you can book your transport in advance through platforms like BookAway and Camboticket. Rates start from $31 (122,000 KHR) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost, and that’s about $10 (41,000 KHR) per person.

Sihanoukville Airport
Grab
Standard Car
$3.80 (15,200 KHR)
per person
Tickets
Airport Taxis
Standard Car
$6.30 (25,500 KHR)
per person
No Online Tickets
SIMA Car
Comfort Car 3 PAX
$31 (122,000 KHR)
$10 (41,000 KHR) per person
Tickets
SIMA Car
Comfort Car 3 PAX
$31 (122,000 KHR)
$10 (41,000 KHR) per person
Tickets
SIMA Car
Comfort Minivan 6 PAX
$46 (184,000 KHR)
$7.60 (30,500 KHR) per person
Tickets
SIMA Car
Comfort Minivan 6 PAX
$46 (184,000 KHR)
$7.60 (30,500 KHR) per person
Tickets
Sihanoukville
Tuk TukDirectDuration45m+Pricefrom$727,500 KHR

Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre by Tuk Tuk

If you’re up for a local experience, you can take a tuk-tuk from Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre. Note that travel time with a tuk-tuk takes 45m-60m. It's also more exposed and bumpier than a car, so it’s not the most comfortable choice after a flight.

You have 2 options when taking a tuk-tuk:

  • Tuk-tuk booked via Grab
  • Tuk-tuks waiting outside the terminal

Grab tuk-tuks are usually cheaper, with fares from $6.80 (27,500 KHR). The only catch is that Grab availability at the airport isn’t always consistent.

If there are no Grab tuk-tuks nearby, you’ll find tuk-tuks waiting outside the terminal. Fares range from $12 (48,500 KHR) to $20 (81,000 KHR), and prices aren’t fixed. Drivers often quote higher rates to tourists, so make sure to agree on the fare before hopping in.

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Can you provide a taxi quote from Sihanoukville Port to airport on 23 January?
Ryan · January 2023
Hello, could you give me a quote for a taxi from Sihanoukville Port to Sihanoukville Airport on 23/01 at 08:00am for 2 people? Thank you :)
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Abegail: Hi Ryan, taxi fares from Sihanoukville Autonomous Port to Sihanoukville Airport start from $30 with taxi companies like Mango Taxi (https://

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AbegailGeckoRoutes team

Hi Ryan, taxi fares from Sihanoukville Autonomous Port to Sihanoukville Airport start from $30 with taxi companies like Mango Taxi (mangotaxi.asia) and Taxiyo (taxiyo.com). It's also worth checking the local taxi-hailing app Passapp, but you'll need a Cambodian sim card when you register and book your ride.

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Fiona Holloran · October 2019
Hi. We have just travelled from the airport by taxi. It took us just over an hour but other people on our flight have taken 1.5 hours. The reason is the volume of lorries driving to massive construction sites and on the most poorly maintained roads I have come across (and I have been to India). Do not even think of staying in Sihanoukville. It is a the scene of criminal devastation on an epic scale. A filthy ghost town. So sad when knowing how it used to be.
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Maarten: Hi Fiona, it's really sad to read this. I already heard it from a few other travellers but didn't want to believe it. When I visited Sihanoukville in 2017 it wa

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MaartenGeckoRoutes team

Hi Fiona, it's really sad to read this. I already heard it from a few other travellers but didn't want to believe it. When I visited Sihanoukville in 2017 it was still a nice place, especially Otres village. I really hope this part of Sihanoukville is still like it used to be, but I fear the worst... Either way, Sihanoukville will still remain an important transfer hub to the Islands and thanks to your comment, readers will at least be prepared for a long journey from the airport. Let's hope Koh Rong (Sanloem) will stay preserved, despite all this construction near the Islands.

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Marta · October 2019
From the airport to the city is a short ride but so long in time: almost 2h!! Be careful!
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Maarten: Hi Marta! That's a very long time for a 25km journey! I'm glad you shared this comment so we can warn others that it can take much longer. Hope you are enjoying

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MaartenGeckoRoutes team

Hi Marta! That's a very long time for a 25km journey! I'm glad you shared this comment so we can warn others that it can take much longer. Hope you are enjoying your stay in Sihanoukville or Koh Rong!

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Rounding it up

That's the full picture for getting from Sihanoukville Airport to Sihanoukville City Centre, roughly apart. In all, there are 2 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $6.80 (27,500 KHR). The quickest trip takes 35m.

Prices and timetables change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel. Have a question, or travelled this route recently? Ask the community below and we'll do our best to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest way to get from Sihanoukville to Sihanoukville?

The fastest way to get from Sihanoukville to Sihanoukville is by private transport and takes 35m.

What is the cheapest way to get from Sihanoukville to Sihanoukville?

The cheapest way to get from Sihanoukville to Sihanoukville is by tuk tuk with ticket costs starting from 27,500 KHR.

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Maarten
Maarten

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Based in Bali, Maarten's passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you'll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

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