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The distance between the airport and Siem Reap city center, which is a popular tourist destination in Cambodia, is 7 kilometers. The passengers landing at the airport and wanting to reach the city center of Siem Reap can benefit from a few alternatives such as taxi, tuk-tuk or private shuttles working with reservation.

Tuk-tuks are fast and budget-friendly transportation alternative for the passengers travelling alone. Private shuttles, which have higher passenger capacity, are ideal for those travelling as a group. If you prefer the taxis welcoming the visitors of the city in front of Siem Reap Airport, you can travel to Siem Reap city center in a fast and comfortable way like motorcycle taxis and shuttles.

The distance between Siem Reap Airport and city center is approximately 7 kilometers. The passengers landing at the airport can reach the city center in about 10-20 minutes. If you are in a hurry while coming to the city center and want a fast vehicle, motorcycle taxis are more ideal compared to other alternatives.   

The taxis and other vehicles at Siem Reap Airport generally offer service for their passengers based on fixed rates. For this reason, you do not need to worry about paying more than it actually costs. If you want to get information about the average cost of travelling to the city center from the airport, you can get in contact with the taxis and shuttles of Siem Reap Airport before your travel and obtain information about certain issues like the average travel time and cost. In this way, you can choose a vehicle according to your needs.

Taxi

You can see the taxis when you go out of the airport terminal building after you land at Siem Reap Airport. Taxis are among the most popular transportation alternatives used for travelling to the city and nearby regions from Siem Reap Airport.

Standard taxis have the capacity of 4 passengers but their baggage capacity isn't high. For this reason, if you are travelling with 3 or more passengers and have much luggage, you can travel to the city by getting on a large taxi that you can find at the airport. Taxi fares are 12 dollars on average. You can make the payment by using the local currency or dollar. If you choose this transportation option, you can comfortably reach the city center.

Tuk-tuk  

Another transportation alternative that is widely used in Cambodia is tuk-tuk. Tuk-tuk, which is convenient for only one passenger, carries its passenger to Siem Reap city center in a faster time compared to other alternatives. You need to pay about 9 dollars for travelling to the city center from the airport by using a tuk-tuk. Since the amount you need to pay is almost the same as taxi, passengers prefer using a taxi instead of tuk-tuk. However, if you still choose this option for your transportation, you can travel to the city center in a more budget-friendly way by getting on a tuk-tuk after walking a little from the terminal.

After reaching the city center from the airport, tuk-tuk drivers may offer you to a city tour. If you want to enjoy a city tour, you can try to find a cheaper tuk-tuk with the help of your hotel. You can also find a vehicle in the city center if you want to see the city.

If you wish, you can get help from your hotel for the transfer to the city center from Siem Reap Airport by tuk-tuk. You can get in contact with your hotel before your travel and ask them to send you a tuk-tuk to pick you up from the airport. The average fare of the vehicles coming from hotels is 7 dollars.

Motorcycle Taxi

At Siem Reap Airport, motorcycle taxi option is also offered as an alternative to taxis and tuk-tuk vehicles. The cost of motorcycle taxis isn’t higher than other transportation alternatives. You need to pay about 9 dollars if you prefer these vehicles for travelling to the city center from Siem Reap Airport. Those, who want to find a cheaper motorcycle taxi, can find a vehicle by walking a little away from the airport. The important thing you should do is to learn the cost before getting on any motorcycle taxi in front of the airport terminal. If you get on a motorcycle taxi outside the airport, the cost you need to pay will be about 2-3 dollars. If the drivers demand higher amounts, you can try to bargain and reduce your transportation cost.

While travelling to the city center on a motorcycle taxi, you need to hang on tight in order to be safe enough. If you have heavy luggage, you can prefer classical taxis instead of motorcycle taxis. In this way, you can more comfortably travel to the city center from the airport. But, if you do not have any luggage, you can choose this alternative.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels in the region offer free shuttle service between Siem Reap Airport and the city center. While planning your travel and making a hotel reservation, you can demand a shuttle to pick you up from the airport. If your hotel does not offer a shuttle service, you can benefit from the tuk-tuks for a more affordable transportation to your hotel.

Siem Reap which is in Cambodia attracts many visitors every year and Siem Reap International Airport is about 7 kilometers from the city center. Due to the continuous development of tourism in the region and the number of tourists increasing, the travel costs between the city center and the airport are increasing. There are many different vehicle alternatives for passengers travelling to the airport from Siem Reap city center such as taxi, tuk-tuk, motorcycle taxi and hotel service. Taxis are ideal for passengers with more than one suitcase. Tuk-tuk and motorcycle taxis can be preferred due to the more reasonable prices compared to taxis. You can travel with a tuk-tuk and motorcycle taxi type vehicles by paying only a few dollars, especially if you barter with them them before you get on.

If you want you can speak to the hotel you are staying in and they will take you to Siem Reap Airport with their hotel shuttle service which is usually free of charge. The journey to the airport takes about 15 minutes with hotel shuttle service.

Taxi

Like other major cities in Cambodia, you can find taxis in Siem Reap every hour of the day and you can use them to get to the airport which is 7 kilometers away from the center. On average you will pay 9 dollars to travel directly from the center to the airport by taxi. Before getting into the vehicle ask the taxi driver how much the fare is going to cost and if the fare is high you can negotiate a little before you get in. The taxis will easily carry two large size suitcases and 1-4 passengers. If you have more suitcases and does not fit into a single car boot, you may need to hire more than one taxi. You can find taxis in many streets in the city or you can take a taxi from your hotel in Siem Reap and it will take about 10 minutes to reach the airport.

Tuk-tuk

One of the most preferred means of transportation in the region is tuk-tuk. A few dollars cheaper than taxis and you can experience a different experience by travelling to the airport with a tuk-tuk vehicles. The prices of these vehicles are generally lower than in taxis and you can ask for a tuk-tuk from the hotel that you are staying in. The travel time to the airport with a tuk-tuk does not usually exceed 10 minutes. Tuk-tuk may be one of the best options you can choose, especially if your luggage is small and light.

Motorcycle Taxi

Motorcycle taxis are also frequently used in and around Siem Reap. The biggest advantage of travelling to the airport from the city center with a motorcyle taxi is the price. These vehicles are much cheaper than taxis. For this reason passengers whose priority in transportation is the price when travelling to Siem Reap Airport will choose the motorcycle taxis. When riding a motorcycle taxi you can place your bag in front with the driver for a safer journey. Motorcycle taxis are available in many areas in the city center and offer a fast and highly economical journey. As with any other vehicles, before you get in the motorcycle taxi to travel to the airport, do not forget the ask the cost of the fare before you set off.

Hotel Service

People staying in hotels in Siem Reap and its surrounding areas can travel to the airport using their hotel shuttle service. Hotel shuttle services are generally free of charge in the area and you can complete your journey to the airport from Siem Reap city center in 15 minutes. One of the biggest advantages of hotel shuttle services is that they offer large luggage capacities so passenger travel more comfortably. If your hotel in Siem Reap does not have a shuttle service you can travel to the airport by asking for a tuk-tuk or taxi from your hotel.

Airport Information

Siem Reap is close to the tourist attractions of Cambodia and is why it is visited by many tourists every year. Siem Reap Airport is home to both domestic and international flights. At the airport there are service and taxi rental offices, a waiting room, shops where you can shop and cafes and restaurants where you can taste delicious Far East dishes. You can buy perfume, souvenirs, drinks and chocolates from the Duty free store. You can buy clothes and accessories from the Bamboo Indochine store in the international terminal. You can find gift and souvenir alternatives in stores such as Soma Flower and you can buy toys and books from Monument Books. At Siem Reap Airport passengers can enjoy delicious meals at places such as Asian Spice, Blue Pumpkin, Deli Paris, The Dairy Queen, Burger King and FCC Bar. In the cafes and bars at the airport you can have a short sweet break while waiting for your flight or spend some time having cold or hot drinks.

The Beauty Spa Foot Massage which is located in the international departing passenger terminal of the airport offers massages and relaxation to the passengers before they travel. Le salon CIP Lounge provides a more private waiting environment with its delicious drinks and food offerings, comfortable seats that are offered to passengers.