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How to Get from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur

Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur by non-stop AirAsia Cambodia flight in about 2h 15m, with fares from around KHR 624,000 and airport transfer details.

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Last updated: November 1, 2026

How to Get from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur

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Siem Reap's low-rise charm and the temples of Angkor on one side, the Petronas Towers and the street food of Bukit Bintang on the other: the flight to Kuala Lumpur is one of the sharpest contrasts in Southeast Asia, and it takes about 2 hours.

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Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur by Flight

A flight is the only practical option. Going overland would mean crossing Thailand, whose land border with Cambodia is suspended, and the UK Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel within 20 km of it.[1]

AirAsia Cambodia flies non-stop from Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (SAI) to Kuala Lumpur International (KUL). The sampled flight departs at 15:35 and lands at 18:50 local time, a flying time of 2 hours 15 minutes, and one-way fares on sampled dates in November and December 2026 start at around KHR 624,000.[2] The airport is about 50 km from downtown Siem Reap, 50 to 60 minutes by road.[3]

Comparing Your Options

ModePriceDuration
Flight (non-stop)From about KHR 624,000[2]About 2h 15m[2]

Tips for Traveling from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur

  • Check what the fare includes: On low-cost fares, checked baggage and meals are extras.
  • Leave early for the airport: The airport is well outside town, so plan the taxi ride in advance.

Timetable

Siem Reap - Kuala Lumpur More info / Tickets
Flight Siem Reap - Kuala Lumpur $ 54.56–228.79 2h – 1days 1h 45m
  • →  Economy 09:05, 09:55, 10:00, 16:00, 17:55, 18:10, 18:30, 18:50, 19:05, 21:30

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur?

A one-way flight. AirAsia Cambodia fares on sampled November and December 2026 dates start at around KHR 624,000.

What is the fastest way to get from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur?

The non-stop flight from Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, about 2 hours 15 minutes in the air.

How long does it take to get from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur?

About 2 hours 15 minutes on the non-stop flight, plus the 50 to 60 minute transfer to the airport and check-in.

Can I travel from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur overland?

Not in practice. The route would cross Thailand, and the land crossings between Cambodia and Thailand are suspended.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: Cambodia travel advice: Warnings and insurance. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
  2. [2] AirAsia: Get cheap flights from Siem Reap to Kuala Lumpur!. Retrieved November 1, 2026.
  3. [3] Bangkok Airways: Flight Ticket from Bangkok to Siem Reap. Retrieved October 30, 2026.

Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.