(Phnom Penh): Cambodia’s three international airports welcomed nearly 700,000 passengers in January 2026, marking a 4% increase compared to December 2025, according to a report from the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation.

During the month, the country’s three gateways, Techo International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, and Sihanoukville International Airport, recorded 6,243 arrival and departure flights, up 4% month-on-month. Air cargo volume reached 8,578 tonnes, down 9% from December.

Techo International Airport led operations with 4,192 flights and 481,200 passengers. Siem Reap International Airport handled 1,731 flights serving 172,846 passengers, while Sihanoukville International Airport recorded 302 flights and 25,031 passengers.

Currently, 36 airlines operate in Cambodia, including four domestic and 32 international carriers, connecting the country to 18 nations and 46 cities. The network spans eight ASEAN member states and key markets such as China, South Korea, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan, India, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Japan, and Turkey.

The January figures indicate continued recovery and expansion in Cambodia’s aviation sector, building on a strong 2025 performance. Last year, Cambodia recorded more than 6.9 million passengers, achieving 93% of its 7.5 million target, while air cargo exceeded 93,000 tonnes, surpassing the annual plan by 15%.
=FRESH NEWS