Chatuchak to Phnom Penh flights
Phnom Penh lies 536 km (333 mi) south-east of Chatuchak, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 26 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Chatuchak | Phnom Penh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Cambodia |
| Population | 160,906 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Phnom_Penh) |
| Nearest large airport | DMK, 11 km out | KTI, 23 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Phnom Penh
Crossing from Thailand into Cambodia: money changes from the Baht to the Riels (KHR); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15; the dialling code becomes +855; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2807090.
Airports at each end
Leaving Chatuchak
Chatuchak is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK, 26 km).
Arriving in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Techo International Airport (KTI), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Techo International Airport | KTI | 23 km (14 mi) | 13,123 ft | 20 ft |
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Staying in Phnom Penh
Our booking partner lists 724 places to stay in Phnom Penh. Of the 579 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (255), and 24 are five-star. Across 237 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 134,280 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Phnom Penh from Chatuchak?
536 km (333 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chatuchak.
How long does it take to get from Chatuchak to Phnom Penh by air?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chatuchak and Phnom Penh?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chatuchak to Phnom Penh flights?
Typically Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Techo International Airport (KTI).
What currency do I need in Phnom Penh?
The Riels (KHR).
Where can I stay in Phnom Penh?
Our booking partner lists 724 places to stay in Phnom Penh, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.