Battambang Airport
Airport Airport
Battambang Airport is a small regional airport serving Battambang province in northwestern Cambodia. Scheduled services have been limited historically and the airport is used primarily for occasional domestic flights and charter services.
The terminal is compact with basic passenger processing facilities designed for low-volume operations.
Terminal Guide for Battambang Airport #
There is a single small terminal handling arrivals and departures with a straightforward layout: check-in desks, a small waiting area and a landside forecourt for taxis and tuk-tuks.
No inter-terminal transfer is necessary as the airport operates from a single building.
Getting to and From Battambang Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Battambang city; travel time to the city center is typically under 30 minutes by road. Main options are taxi, tuk-tuk and private car.
- Rail/metro: None.
- Buses/shuttles: Limited scheduled bus services; intercity buses generally use separate terminals in town.
- Taxis/tuk-tuks: Tuk-tuks are common and the most flexible way to reach hotels; agree fares beforehand.
- Driving: Private transfers and rental cars are available in town.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Battambang Airport #
Expect basic, limited facilities appropriate to a low-traffic regional airport.
- Lounges: No dedicated lounges; seating in the departure area is minimal.
- Food and drink: Few if any food outlets; buy snacks in town if required.
- Wi‑Fi and charging: Connectivity at the terminal is limited; bring a charged device.
- Luggage: Simple baggage handling; left-luggage services unlikely.
- Accessibility: Basic accessibility provisions; notify your airline in advance for assistance.
Tips for Battambang Airport #
- Flight schedules can be intermittent; confirm flights in advance as services fluctuate.
- Tuk-tuks and motos are common ways to reach Battambang town from the airport - agree fares before boarding.
- Bring local currency (Cambodian riel or USD) in small notes for taxis and market purchases.
Weather & Climate near Battambang Airport #
Battambang Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and hot winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 19°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1308 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (212 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.