Etihad Adds Abu Dhabi-Phnom Penh Route: Cambodia Just Got Easier to Reach
Cambodia has been quietly building stronger air links, and the latest development makes it easier than ever for travelers from the Middle East and beyond to visit. Starting October 3, 2025, Etihad Airways will begin daily direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Phnom Penh’s Techo International Airport. The route opens a new gateway for tourists, business visitors, and the Cambodian diaspora.
Tourism Minister Huot Hak called the new route “a meaningful connection that will bring more tourists and investors” to Cambodia.
Why This Matters
For many people outside Southeast Asia, reaching Cambodia often meant multiple stops or long layovers. Direct flights simplify travel in a big way. With Etihad’s upcoming service, there’ll be fewer transit delays, more convenience, and often better prices thanks to competition.
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Cambodia already has strong direct connections within Asia. Cities like Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and Hong Kong are well served from Phnom Penh. Airlines including Cambodia Airways, Air Asia Cambodia, Vietnam Airlines, and others maintain frequent routes to these hubs.
This new route with Etihad expands access from the Middle East. For travelers in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, or further west, it’s now easier to choose Cambodia without long layovers or complicated connections.
What This Means for Visitors & Locals
- More options: travelers from the UAE will have a direct, non-stop route to Phnom Penh.
- Tourism boost: more visitors likely means higher demand for tours, hotels, local eateries, and cultural sites.
- Cultural exchange: greater connectivity helps Cambodian artists, businesses, and regional communities engage with wider audiences.
Practical Tips
- Booking early helps: direct routes can fill up or be priced higher when new.
- Use Phnom Penh as a base: its international airport serves many airlines, and with Techo International coming online, infrastructure is improving.
- Consider combining your visit: with more flights, trip itineraries can include Siem Reap, coastal areas, or border-town adventures without doubling travel time.
The launch of Etihad’s direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Phnom Penh is more than just another route. It signals Cambodia’s growing accessibility on the global map. For people who live here, visit often, or plan to come, transportation is no longer a barrier—it’s an invitation. Cambodia is easier to reach, more connected, and more compelling as a destination than ever before.
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