Siem Reap Airport Transfer (REP)

Siem Reap International Airport (IATA: REP) is located 7 kilometres from the Old Market district and 12 kilometres from the Angkor Archaeological Park entrance. The airport serves the Angkor Wat tourism corridor and handles routes from Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City. Note: a new Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (IATA: SAI, approximately 50 km from the city) opened in late 2023 and is absorbing some commercial routes — check your flight details to confirm which airport your flight uses. A LocalsRide driver meets you inside the REP arrivals hall with a name sign for transfers to Siem Reap town and the Angkor temple complex.

REP Transfer Times

Old Market (Phsar Chas): 7 km, 15–20 min. Pub Street and hotel district: 7 km, 15–20 min. Angkor Wat main entrance: 12 km, 20–28 min. Angkor Thom (Bayon temple): 13 km, 22–30 min. Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider temple): 15 km, 25–35 min. Preah Khan: 17 km, 28–38 min.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth pre-booking a car from Siem Reap Airport?

During high season (November–March), Siem Reap receives dense simultaneous arrivals from Bangkok, Singapore, and regional hubs. Grab availability at REP can be limited on busy mornings when several flights arrive simultaneously. Tuk-tuks at the exit negotiate but prices vary and the vehicles are open-air with limited luggage space. A pre-booked LocalsRide private car guarantees an air-conditioned vehicle at a fixed USD price waiting before you clear customs — especially important for families and arrivals with multiple bags.

Can I go directly from Siem Reap Airport to a temple in Angkor?

Yes — direct transfers from REP to specific Angkor temples (Angkor Wat main entrance, Ta Prohm, Bayon, Preah Khan) are available. An Angkor Archaeological Park pass is required on entry (available at the ticket booth on the approach road). Many visitors arriving in the afternoon book a direct transfer to Angkor Wat for the sunset — the western-facing temple is best photographed from 17:00 to 18:30. Your driver can wait at the park and bring you back to your guesthouse after.