Once considered the “Pearl of Asia”, Phnom Penh – the Cambodia's capital city, has revived itself and incredibly become an important place of political, economic and cultural reasons. Here you can find some very useful information about domestic flights in Cambodia from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh and top activities to do in this bustling city.

Getting from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh

Due to the long distance of 234 kilometers, the fastest way to travel between these two famous places is by plane. Flights from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh costs $187 on average with flight time of around 47 minutes. November is the time when most ticket fares usually drop down, meaning that there will be many cheap flights from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh available in this month.

Cambodia Angkor Air is one of the leading operators serving Phnom Penh – Siem Reap route. Currently the airline offers cheap air ticket from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap with only $1, valid until 31 March 2018.

Top activities in Phnom Penh

Artisans’ Association of Cambodia

Artisans’ Association of Cambodia (AAC) works with 50 member groups of handicrafters in Cambodia. The aim of AAC is to improve the socio-economic well-being of disadvantaged artisans at member organizations by increasing the sales of artisan products made by them.

Classical Apsara Dance and Khmer Performing Arts

One of the must-see performing arts schools in Phnom Penh is Sovanna Phum Art Association on 111 Street 360. The association has traditional cultural shows such as shadow puppet theatre, classical Apsara dancing, and folk and mask dances.

Cooking Classes

Learn the secrets of authentic Khmer cuisine with local chefs through cooking classes in Phnom Penh. This is a greay way to explore the quinessence of Khmer dishes and to learn more about the ingredients from local experts. 

Golf

There is a limited but slowly growing number of golf courses in Phnom Penh. The Cambodia Golf and Country Club is the first and most popular 18-hole course in Phnom Penh, established in 1996. The course has a clubhouse, restaurant, swimming pools, tennis courts, convention facilities and villas. Another golf course near Phnom Penh is the Royal Cambodia Phnom Penh Golf Club.

Horseback Riding

The Cambodian Equestrian Center was established in 2003 with 30 horses, complete stables, arenas, open riding country. It offers basic riding skills, kid’s classes, dressage, jumping, vaulting and pony club for all levels. The centre also stages exhibitions and a riding camp for kids.