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Flights from Los Angeles to Phnom Penh

There's no nonstop from Los Angeles: every trip connects once, most often in Taipei, Seoul, Hong Kong or Singapore. The fastest seen takes just under 20 hours. You land at Techo, Phnom Penh's new airport, about 20 km south of the city.

By Pierre-Marie Coupry · updated · sources

The Chan Chhaya Pavilion of the Royal Palace lit up at night above the outer wall

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Nonstop
none from LAX
Stops
at least one
Total travel time
19h 58m to 21h 45m by connection
Round-trip fare
from $715
Arrival airport
Techo (KTI), since 2025

Los Angeles to Phnom Penh: where to connect

At least seven airlines fly nonstop from LAX to a hub with its own nonstop to Phnom Penh. Singapore and Hong Kong are the most booked connections, Taipei the fastest, Guangzhou among the cheapest.

Via Taipei

EVA Air

  1. Los Angeles
  2. Taipei
  3. Phnom Penh

Taipei: 21 LAX flights a week, then a daily nonstop to Phnom Penh, about 3h 40m. 19h 58m, the fastest seen

Right for you if you want the shortest trip.

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Via Seoul

Korean Air or Asiana

  1. Los Angeles
  2. Seoul
  3. Phnom Penh

Seoul Incheon: 14 LAX flights a week each, then a daily nonstop on each airline

Right for you if you collect Delta (Korean Air) or United (Asiana) miles.

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Via Hong Kong

Cathay Pacific

  1. Los Angeles
  2. Hong Kong
  3. Phnom Penh

Hong Kong: 21 LAX flights a week, then 2 nonstops a day, about 2h 40m

Right for you if you want the most choice of times on the last leg.

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Via Singapore

Singapore Airlines

  1. Los Angeles
  2. Singapore
  3. Phnom Penh

Singapore: a nonstop of about 17h 40m, 10 a week, then 3 flights a day to Phnom Penh

Right for you if you'd rather make one very long flight and a short hop.

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Via Manila

Philippine Airlines

  1. Los Angeles
  2. Manila
  3. Phnom Penh

Manila: 18 LAX flights a week, then 4 a week to Phnom Penh, about 3 hours

Right for you if your dates line up with the four weekly Manila flights.

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Via Guangzhou

China Southern

  1. Los Angeles
  2. Guangzhou
  3. Phnom Penh

Guangzhou: 5 LAX flights a week, then 3 a day to Phnom Penh

Right for you if you're watching the price: it was the cheapest connection seen.

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How long from Los Angeles?

  • Via Taipei, the fastest seen

    19h 58m

  • Singapore Airlines, cheapest one-way seen

    21h 45m

One-way door-to-door flying time, connection included. Sources: Kayak and momondo, October 12, 2026.

From Techo Airport to central Phnom Penh

Techo replaced the old airport, which was in town. It's farther out: factor the transfer into your arrival plans, and fill in the free e-Arrival card within 7 days before you land.

Express bus

1,500 riel

The Phnom Penh city bus line, 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., makes 4 stops as far as the train station. Cash, riel only; 1 to 2 hours depending on traffic.

Taxi or ride-hailing

$10 to $20

Desks in the arrivals hall, or Grab, PassApp and WowNow. The fare depends on the neighborhood. Allow 45 minutes to 1.5 hours for about 20 km.

Pre-booked taxi

from about $15

On 12Go, a private sedan can be booked ahead from about $15, an SUV for around $40. Handy after a 20-hour trip.

Once in Phnom Penh, the Mekong

Phnom Penh sits where the Mekong meets the Tonle Sap: a good start to head up to Kratie or down to the delta.

Los Angeles to Phnom Penh flights: FAQ

Is there a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Phnom Penh?
No. Every routing connects at least once. The fastest seen goes through Taipei on EVA Air, in just under 20 hours; Singapore and Hong Kong are the connections travelers book most.
What forms do you need before landing in Phnom Penh?
The free e-Arrival card, online within 7 days before you land, and a visa: the $30 tourist e-Visa, in place since January 1, 2025, or a visa on arrival at the airport. Your passport must be valid six months beyond arrival.
When are flights from LAX to Phnom Penh cheapest?
According to Kayak, August is the cheapest month, around $722 round trip, and June and July the most expensive, above $1,250. Booking about four months ahead also tends to pay off.
How long a layover should you allow on the way to Phnom Penh?
On a single ticket, the airline sets the minimum and rebooks you if the first flight is late. With two separate tickets, leave at least 3 hours: you may have to collect your bags and check in again.

Sources: routes, times and fares seen, Kayak and momondo (October 12, 2026); flights to Techo, Singapore Airlines and Vietnam Airlines (2025), AeroRoutes (2026); transfers, Techo International Airport, Nomad Lawyer and GeckoRoutes (2026), 12Go (checked October 11, 2026); e-Visa, Mekong Tourism (January 2025) and the US State Department. Updated October 12, 2026 by Pierre-Marie Coupry.