Tuk-tuk to Angkor Wat temple complex from the airport takes approximately 20–30 minutes. A tuk-tuk day pass to the main Angkor temples costs around $15–20.
Things to do at Siem Reap International Airport (SAI)
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At the airport
Things to do in Siem Reap International Airport
Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport is the gateway to the Angkor temple complex — one of the world's most extraordinary archaeological sites. The airport opened in 2023 as a replacement for the old Siem Reap airport. Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm are just 20–30 minutes away by tuk-tuk. The airport has basic facilities.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Siem Reap International Airport
- The new airport is about 50 km southeast of the Angkor temples — farther than the old airport. Factor in the extra distance when planning timing.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at SAI
Discover Sanctifly partner lounges at Siem Reap International Airport (SAI). Book access with your points.Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.