Flying from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI): What you need to know
Siem Reap is one hour behind Beijing. Siem Reap Angkor Airport is located in Siem Reap, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Beijing to SAI. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to SAI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The journey from central Beijing to PEK takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PEK touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. Check out these connections between Beijing Daxing International Airport and SAI:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
PKX is around 48 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Beijing to SAI flight? Relax in a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 87% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Consider staying at Chansor Community Homestay 18 after touching down from your flight from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. It's a short drive from SAI and a great option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) to central Siem Reap
Siem Reap Angkor Airport to the centre of Siem Reap is around 40 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Right now, R 2,784 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,980. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Beijing to SAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to go to Siem Reap. February is when most people book flights from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Beijing to SAI plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Siem Reap, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport in January when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Siem Reap
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Siem Reap:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm are must-do's during your Siem Reap adventure.
Explore more of Cambodia
Phnom Penh is just one of the many places in Cambodia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Siem Reap. Around 209 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Royal Palace, Genocide museum and Documentation Centre of Cambodia.