Airport Overview
Sihanouk International Airport is located approximately 20 km from Sihanoukville and the ICAO/IATA Code is KOS. Sihanoukville airport has been experiencing growth since its re-commissioning in 2007.
The Royal Government launch of international routes and the opening of several new lines serving this destination, which is increasingly popular with domestic and Asian tourists. In December 2016, VINCI Airports started an important infrastructure enhancement program to enlarge facilities and handle the growth of passenger arrivals at Sihanoukville airport. It includes the full renovation of the existing building and the extension of the current terminal by 80%, from 2,700 sqm to 4,800 sqm. In 2020, the airport achieved ACA carbon reduction certification level 2. This new level of certification is a recognition of the relevance of the VINCI Airports’ global environmental policy which establishes goals for its airports based on its commitment to the preservation of the environment. It also recognizes the airports’ actions to manage and reduce CO2 emissions and rewards a multi-annual effort to control and reduce their carbon footprint.
Future Plans
Updates at: https://www.cambodia-airports.aero/en/news/press-release
https://www.vinci-airports.com/en/airports/sihanoukville-airport
Key figures
https://www.cambodia-airports.aero/en/about-us/cambodia-airports
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Cambodia |
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Province or District |
Sihanouk Province/Preynop |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Sihanoukville (20 km away from town) |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Sihanouk International Airport |
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Latitude |
10.57472222 |
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Longitude |
103.63416667 |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
10 ft / 3 m |
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IATA Code |
KOS |
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ICAO Code |
VDSV |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Cambodia Airports / SCA |
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Management Contact Person |
Bochra Hammou, General manager |
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Open From (hours) |
23:00 UTC |
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Open To (hours) |
17:00 UTC |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Cambodia Airports is a joint venture company that holds the concession for VDSV/KOS. 70% owned by VINCI Airports of France and 30% owned by Muhibbah MMC of Malaysia/Cambodia.
https://kos.cambodia-airports.aero/en/airlines-destinations/list-airlines
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
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Performance for 2019 |
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
17,824 |
1,485 |
50 |
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Total Passengers |
1,679,840 |
139,987 |
4,600 |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
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Performance for 2020-2021 |
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2020 |
2021 (up to 23/11/2021) |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
3,151 |
536 |
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Total Passengers |
220,811 (-94.6%) |
16,741 (-94.8%) |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
n/a |
n/a |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
n/a |
n/a |
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Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
n/a |
n/a |
Runways
The runway is in full compliance with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) recommendation.
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3300m x 45m |
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Orientation |
03 (028º) / 21 (208º) |
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Surface |
Asphalte PCN 76F/C/W/T |
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Note |
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Helicopter Pad(s)
The airport has one single helipad marched, but helicopter in parking can use the aircraft parking place.
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Helipad #1 |
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Present |
Yes |
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Largest Helicopter that can Land |
Up to Mi-17 |
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Width and Length (m) |
Length 18.5 m, Largest Radius 21.25 m |
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Surface |
Surface of 625 m2 |
Airport Infrastructure Details
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
n/a |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
n/a |
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Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
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Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
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Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
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Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
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Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
n/a |
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Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
Yes |
Airport Operating Details
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Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
Code E aircraft |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
Code E aircraft |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
453m x 132m = 59,796 m² |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
1,300 m³ |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
14 MT |
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Max Height (m) |
Below B747 |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
N/A |
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Customs Guidance
The International Airports Customs and Excise Branch office is located in front of the airport and the local branch responsible for inspecting export-import goods at border checkpoints. Its roles and responsibilities are in accordance with the existing regulations under the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia’s authority.
For more information on customs in Cambodia, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
No storage service provided as confirmed by the Airport Authority.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
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Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
MTOW (MT) | Landing in USD |
Overflight in USD |
| 0-3 | 116 | 66 | |
| 4-10 | 193 | 108 | |
| 11-25 | 386 | 216 | |
| 26-50 | 580 | 324 | |
| 51-100 | 734 | 412 | |
| 101-200 | 773 | 454 | |
| 201-300 | 812 | 486 | |
| over 300 | 850 | 515 | |
Above tariff is extracted from AIP.
The following types of flights are entitled to reduction:
- Helicopters: 50% reduction on the Landing Charges
- Training flights: 50% reduction on the Landing Charges
- Test flights: 50% reduction on the Landing Charges
The following types of movement benefit from exemption of parking and landing fees:
- Cambodia VIP flights or other foreign stat VIP flights (approved by the Royal Government of Cambodia).
- Foreign military flights, which have been approved by the Royal Government of Cambodia.
- Flights used by the International Red Cross.
- Forced return
For further information and/or update, please contact CATS (Cambodia Air Traffic Services) at:
Email: info@cats.com.kh - Tel: +855 23 866 294 - Fax: +855 23 890 214 - Website: www.cats.com.kh
Fuel Service Charges
For fuel services charges, please contact with: kos.commercial@cambodia-airports.aero
Cargo Terminal Charges
Based on aircraft type, please contact: kos.commercial@cambodia-airports.aero
The airport currently provides only passenger services. Cargo services are considered and new facilities are scheduled to be commissioned.
Air-Bridge Charges
Not applicable, no airbridge available.
Security
Aviation and airport security implemented as per the requirements of the National Civil Aviation Security Programme, following the ICAO Annex 17 and under the SSCA, plus other national laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Cambodia.
Regular and recurrent audits made by experts and professionals from the ICAO, the SSCA, foreign civil aviation bodies and airlines auditors, with no major security issues or concerns reported.
For further information, please contact: kos.security@cambodia-airports.aero
