How to Plan a Trip to Phnom Penh
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Cambodia needs.
Your 4-step Phnom Penh plan
Step 1 — Book flights to PNH
Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) is the main gateway to Phnom Penh. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to PNHStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Riverside + Wat Phnom for the best first-time visit — Mekong + Tonle Sap river confluence + Wat Phnom hill (Phnom Penh's namesake temple, USD 1).
Where to stay in Phnom PenhStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Royal Palace + Silver Pagoda, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Phnom Penh.
Things to do in Phnom PenhStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
PassApp / Grab (tuk-tuk) is USD 4–8 and takes 30–45 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
PNH arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Cambodia e-visa $30 online (evisa.gov.kh) or visa-on-arrival $30 at PNH. 30 days single entry. Some Asian + African passports require advance visa.