How to Get from Bangkok to Siem Reap
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The UK Foreign Office says land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia remain suspended (advice updated 12 October 2026), so flying is the only option you can book at the moment.[1]
Bangkok Airways flies from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI), with a direct flight time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.[2] Thai AirAsia flies nonstop in about 1 hour to 1 hour 5 minutes, with the cheapest fares from about THB 2,960.[3] Check that your flight leaves from the airport you chose, BKK or Don Mueang (DMK).
Transport and connections in detail
1. Flight from Suvarnabhumi
Departure: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Arrival: Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI)
Operator and journey time: Bangkok Airways flies BKK to SAI, a direct flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.[2]
Complete journey: Add airport access, international check-in, immigration and the transfer from SAI to your accommodation.
Best for: Travelers starting near BKK or connecting there who want to avoid changing Bangkok airports.
Trade-off: International entry requirements still apply. SAI is the Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, not the former airport closer to town.
Booking channel: Official information and booking: Flight from Suvarnabhumi
2. Flight from Don Mueang
Departure: Bangkok Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Arrival: Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI)
Operator and journey time: Thai AirAsia flies nonstop from Bangkok to Siem Reap in about 1 hour to 1 hour 5 minutes.[3] Check on your booking that the flight leaves from DMK and not BKK.
Complete journey: Add travel to DMK, international check-in, immigration and onward transport from SAI.
Price: The cheapest Bangkok to Siem Reap fares start at about THB 2,960.[3] Check baggage and extras on the selected itinerary.
Best for: Travelers who can reach DMK conveniently and whose chosen fare works after baggage and transfers.
Booking channel: Official information and booking: Flight from Don Mueang
By land
The UK Foreign Office says land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia remain suspended (advice updated 12 October 2026), so no bus, van or private transfer across the border can be booked at the moment.[1] The same advice recommends against all but essential travel within 20 km of the border.[1]
Practical checks
- Choose BKK or DMK before comparing fares; they are different airports.
- Book flights to SAI, then plan the transfer from the airport to Siem Reap town.
- Confirm passport and entry requirements for your nationality and travel date.
Timetable
| Flight Don Mueang Airport - Siem Reap $ 51.74–56.91 1h – 1h 10m | |
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| Taxi Don Mueang Airport - Siem Reap $ 256.15–368.97 8h | |
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| Flight Bangkok - Siem Reap $ 83.15–502.84 1h – 1days 35m | |
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| Bus Bangkok - Siem Reap $ 37.02–43.63 8h 30m – 13h | |
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| Taxi Bangkok - Siem Reap $ 162.35–409.95 6h 30m – 9h | |
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| Van Bangkok - Siem Reap $ 38.50 7h 30m – 8h | |
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| Taxi Suvarnabhumi Airport - Siem Reap $ 179.57–327.96 8h – 9h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Bangkok to Siem Reap, including current prices and schedules.
No. The UK Foreign Office says land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia remain suspended (advice updated 12 October 2026), so no bus or private transfer across the border can be booked. Fly instead.
Bangkok Airways flies from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI), a direct flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Thai AirAsia flies nonstop in about 1 hour to 1 hour 5 minutes. Confirm your actual dated flight, baggage and extras.
Choose BKK or DMK according to your location and the selected itinerary. They are different airports, so compare access, baggage and the complete transfer.
The cheapest fares start at about THB 2,960. Compare fare conditions and baggage, not only the headline price.
Recheck the official border advice, the operator and the entry requirements before considering land travel. Old bus, van or private-transfer listings are not proof that a crossing is open.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: Thailand travel advice. Retrieved October 20, 2026.
- [2] Bangkok Airways: Flights Bangkok - Siem Reap. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] AirAsia: Cheap Flights from Bangkok to Siem Reap. Retrieved October 15, 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.