Ho Chi Minh City to Battambang flights
Battambang lies 451 km (280 mi) north-west of Ho Chi Minh City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 20 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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| Ho Chi Minh City | Battambang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Cambodia |
| Population | 14 million | 119,251 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) | UTC+7 (Asia/Phnom_Penh) |
| Nearest large airport | SGN, 2 km out | BBM, 3 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Battambang
Crossing from Vietnam into Cambodia: money changes from the Dong to the Riels (KHR); 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 Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, whose 12,468-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Battambang
Battambang is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Battambang Airport (BBM), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,250 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battambang Airport (regional) | BBM | 3 km (2 mi) | 5,250 ft | 59 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Battambang from Ho Chi Minh City?
451 km (280 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ho Chi Minh City.
How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Battambang by air?
About 1 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Battambang?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ho Chi Minh City to Battambang flights?
Typically Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Battambang Airport (BBM).
What currency do I need in Battambang?
The Riels (KHR).
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.