Phnom Penh to Sa Dec flights
Sa Dec lies 169 km (105 mi) south-east of Phnom Penh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 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.
| Phnom Penh | Sa Dec | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cambodia | Vietnam |
| Population | 1.6 million | 214,610 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Phnom_Penh) | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) |
| Nearest large airport | KTI, 23 km out | VCA, 24 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sa Dec
Crossing from Cambodia into Vietnam: money changes from the Riels to the Dong (VND); sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Sa Dec
Sa Dec is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Can Tho International Airport (VCA), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rach Gia Airport (VKG, 78 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can Tho International Airport | VCA | 24 km (15 mi) | 9,843 ft | 9 ft |
| Rach Gia Airport (regional) | VKG | 78 km (48 mi) | 4,921 ft | 7 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sa Dec from Phnom Penh?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Phnom Penh.
How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Sa Dec by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Phnom Penh and Sa Dec?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Phnom Penh to Sa Dec flights?
Typically Techo International Airport (KTI) to Can Tho International Airport (VCA); Sa Dec also has VKG.
What currency do I need in Sa Dec?
The Dong (VND).
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.