Battambang Airport
BBM / VDBG
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 19° - 31° | 25° | 5 mm | some cloud | 64% | 1.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Excellent | 22° - 33° | 29° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 1.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.6h |
| March | Very Good | 24° - 35° | 32° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 25° - 36° | 35° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 34° | 36° | 147 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 36° | 146 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 34° | 159 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.7h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 34° | 159 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 33° | 239 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 212 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 1.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Excellent | 22° - 30° | 26° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| December | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 17 mm | some cloud | 72% | 1.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |
