On Wednesday, Phnom Penh, the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation announced a new route linking Seoul‑Incheon and Siem Reap that will operate from 24 December 2026 to 3 March 2027. The flights, described as daily seasonal service, are part of Cambodia’s broader effort to improve international connectivity and attract tourists to the Angkor Archaeological Park.
Trinity Airways is slated to operate the service, flying out of Incheon International Airport and landing at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport. The airline will provide daily departures during the peak tourist season, allowing visitors to traverse the two countries more efficiently and encouraging repeat travel to the region’s cultural attractions.
The scheduled air service will use Boeing 737‑800 aircraft, which the operator has registered for such journeys. The choice of a narrow‑body jet reflects the expected passenger volume and the relatively short distance between the two hubs, typically around two hours and 15 minutes in flight time.
Officials say the new link is intended to strengthen Cambodia’s position as a destination for heritage tourism, particularly for UNESCO‑listed Angkor sites. By making the capital province more accessible from Korea, the government seeks to unlock additional markets and sustain economic development through increased visitor spending.
Sinn Chanserey Vutha, secretary of state and spokesperson for Cambodia's State Secretariat of Civil Aviation, said the new flight service supports tourism growth and international connectivity.
The service supports Cambodia's tourism growth and its international connectivity,
Vutha explained that the SSCA is dedicated to facilitating airline operations, expanding market access, and collaborating with aviation and tourism partners to strengthen Cambodia’s regional connectivity and economic development, according to a news release.
Commentary came at a time when Cambodia’s international air passenger traffic fell 11 percent year on year to 4.55 million during the first nine months of 2026. The seasonal flight announcement is a strategic move to counteract this downturn and highlight the resilience of the travel industry amidst global challenges.
The daily frequency of the flights is designed to meet demand spikes during the peak tourist season, when local and international visitors concentrate on visiting Angkor. Scheduled departures from Incheon typically align with the most common arrival times at Siem Reap, enabling seamless onward connections to local hotels and tour operators.
The SSCA’s broader commitment, as noted by Vutha, includes collaborating with aviation and tourism partners to strengthen regional connections and drive economic development. This expansion mirrors similar initiatives in other Southeast Asian markets that aim to elevate air transport as a catalyst for tourism.
As the timetable takes effect, observers will watch whether the new South Korean service can sustain its own demand while bolstering Cambodia’s tourism numbers. The initiative is a clear signal that the government is actively pursuing aviation infrastructure to keep pace with a shifting global travel landscape.
