Cheapest Time to Fly to Cambodia (and the Most Expensive)
The cheapest time to fly to Cambodia is often May–June and September–early November—while late December–early January and mid-March–April (around Khmer New Year) are usually the priciest.
Flights to Cambodia can be all over the place depending on the season—especially from the US, since most trips involve at least one connection. If you’re flexible by even a few days, you’ll usually have way better odds of landing a good fare.
Most travelers fly into Phnom Penh (PNH) or Siem Reap (SAI), often connecting through hubs like Bangkok.
Quick Take
- Cheapest time to fly to Cambodia: May–June, September–early November, and parts of February
- Most expensive time to fly to Cambodia: late December–early January, mid-March–April, and many June–August weeks
Cheapest Time to Fly to Cambodia
The cheapest time to fly to Cambodia is usually when demand drops and airlines are trying to fill seats—meaning better odds of seeing a real price dip.
May to June (early wet-season value)
This is one of the most reliable windows for lower fares. A lot of travelers avoid the start of the rainy season, which often works in your favor on airfare.
Money-saving tip: Fly Tuesday–Thursday when you can—weekend-heavy trips often cost more.
Heads-up: If your dates land around Memorial Day weekend, some routes will jump.
September to early November (fall deal stretch)
After peak summer travel fades, pricing often relaxes again. September and October can be especially deal-friendly, and early November sometimes stays soft before late-year demand kicks up.
Money-saving tip: Search one week earlier and one week later—Cambodia pricing can change fast by week.
Heads-up: Late November can start creeping up as December approaches.
February (select weeks)
Some February weeks can price well—mainly after early-year travel demand settles. It won’t always be “cheap,” but it’s often easier than March and April.
Money-saving tip: Build a midweek-to-midweek trip if possible.
Heads-up: Holiday timing in the region can tighten seats on certain weeks.
Most Expensive Time to Fly to Cambodia
The most expensive time to fly to Cambodia is when holiday demand or peak-season travel stacks up—and the cheaper seats disappear early.
Late December to early January (holiday surge)
This is often the toughest time to find a bargain. Late-December departures and early-January returns are frequently priced at a premium.
Peak within peak: The week after Christmas through the first week of January.
Mid-March to April (peak season + Khmer New Year timing)
This stretch is a classic high-demand period. March and April are popular travel months, and Khmer New Year (mid-April) can push fares even higher.
Peak within peak: Late March through mid-April.
June to August (summer peak weeks)
Summer travel can push prices up—especially if your schedule is locked and you need weekend-to-weekend dates.
Peak within peak: Late June through early August.
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Want Better Timing Without Peak Flight Prices?
If you want Cambodia when it still feels like a great time to go—without paying peak airfare—these windows often land well:
- Late January to February: often easier on prices than March–April
- Late September to October: frequently deal-friendly compared with summer and holiday weeks
- Early December: can be a sweet spot before late-December prices take off
Money-saving tip: Pick the cheaper flight week first—then build the itinerary around it.
Best Booking Window for Cheap Flights to Cambodia
Because Cambodia is usually a long-haul trip from the US, the best deals tend to go to people who track early and jump when the drop hits.
- Lower-demand periods: start tracking 3–7 months ahead
- Peak periods (late Dec–early Jan, Mar–Apr, Jun–Aug): start tracking 6–11+ months ahead
Money-saving tip: If you’re traveling during a peak window, booking earlier usually beats waiting.
Cambodia Seasonal Airfare Demand
Use this chart as a quick guide to the cheapest vs. priciest months to fly.
| Month | Demand Level | Price Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | High → Medium | High → Medium | Better after the first week |
| Feb | Medium | Medium | Often deal-friendly on select weeks |
| Mar | Medium → High | Medium → High | Peak season builds |
| Apr | High | High | Peak season + Khmer New Year timing |
| May | Medium → Low | Medium → Low | Value window starts |
| Jun | Low → Medium | Low → Medium | Often strong value early month |
| Jul | High | High | Summer peak pricing |
| Aug | High | High | Summer peak pricing |
| Sep | Low | Low | Often one of the best deal months |
| Oct | Low → Medium | Low → Medium | Solid value window |
| Nov | Medium | Medium | Prices start trending up late month |
| Dec | Medium → Very High | Medium → Very High | Early deals; late holiday surge |
Kylie Jones
Kylie Jones