Sihanouk International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
KOS
ICAO Code
VDSV
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Sihanouk International Airport (Sihanoukville) is a small international airport serving Sihanoukville and the coastal province in southern Cambodia. It handles a mix of regional international flights and domestic services, with relatively low passenger volumes compared with major Cambodian airports.

The facility is a compact, single‑building terminal: arrivals, departures and basic passenger services are in the same small terminal building designed for short processing times and quick transfers to road transport.

Sihanouk International Airport
Elevation: 10 m
10.5706, 103.6321

Terminal Guide for Sihanouk International Airport #

The airport operates from a single small passenger terminal where check‑in, security and immigration are all handled within the same building. International and domestic travellers use shared common areas; there are a handful of gates and baggage belts appropriate to the airport’s regional scale.

Because the terminal is compact, passengers walk between check‑in and gates; there is no internal transfer service between separate terminals.

Getting to and From Sihanouk International Airport #

Sihanoukville Airport sits outside the main town area; travel into Sihanoukville typically takes 20-45 minutes by road depending on your destination and traffic.

  • Taxis & tuk‑tuks: Taxis and tuk‑tuks are the most common ways to reach hotels and the town centre; negotiate a price or request the meter where available. Journey times vary by location.
  • Hotel shuttles: Some hotels and resorts run shuttle services from the airport - check ahead and arrange pick‑up where possible.
  • Buses / coaches: Intercity buses serve the province but scheduled public routes to/from the airport are limited; many travellers use private transfers or taxis.
  • Driving: The airport is accessible by local roads; rental cars are available in town rather than at the airport itself in many cases.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sihanouk International Airport #

Facilities are basic and focused on short-haul travellers: a small arrivals hall with a few cafes or snack kiosks, an information desk and car rental counters during peak season.

Wi‑Fi: free Wi‑Fi is not always reliable - expect limited connectivity. Lounges: there are no dedicated airline lounges. Currency/ATMs: ATM access can be limited; bring cash (USD preferred) on arrival. Accessibility: the terminal is small and generally step‑free, but services are limited compared with larger airports.

Tips for Sihanouk International Airport #

  • Bring small USD notes for taxis and hotels - US dollars are widely accepted in Cambodia outside Phnom Penh and some ATMs may be limited in Sihanoukville.
  • If you need a SIM card, buy it inside the arrivals hall from an official vendor rather than from drivers; local SIMs provide better rates for data than international roaming.

Weather & Climate near Sihanouk International Airport #

Climate

Sihanouk International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (3157 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 61 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and partly cloudy skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 33°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (318 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

318 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (504 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

504 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.6h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (622 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

622 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.6h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (530 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

530 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (489 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

489 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (290 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

290 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

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