Travel activity reached a major milestone at Techo International Airport during the recent Khmer New Year celebrations, as passenger numbers climbed sharply over the festive period. According to the General Department of Immigration under the Ministry of Interior, the airport handled more than 100,000 international passengers between April 13 and April 19. Among them were over 34,000 foreign travelers, reflecting a strong influx of international visitors choosing Cambodia as a holiday destination during one of its most important cultural events.
Strong Inbound Travel Reflects Tourism Momentum
A closer look at the figures shows that inbound travel made up a significant share of the total traffic. More than 50,000 international passengers arrived in Cambodia during the period, including over 30,000 foreigners. This steady flow of arrivals highlights the country’s growing appeal to global travelers and signals continued recovery and expansion in the tourism sector, particularly during peak festive seasons when cultural experiences draw large crowds.
Flight Activity Peaks Over Three Day Holiday
The surge in passengers was especially evident during the official three day New Year holiday. Sin Chansereyvutha, spokesperson for the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation, shared detailed insights into airport operations during this peak window. He said:
“during the three-day New Year holiday from April 14 to 16, 2026, Techo International Airport hosted nearly 350 departing flights, carrying close to 40,000 passengers.”
This high volume of departures demonstrates both strong outbound travel demand and the airport’s capacity to efficiently handle increased flight operations during busy travel periods.
Daily Passenger Highlights for Easy Reference
For a clearer view of travel patterns during the holiday period, here is a simplified breakdown of key passenger activity
- April 13 to 19 total international passengers exceeded 100,000
- Total foreign passengers surpassed 34,000
- Inbound international passengers exceeded 50,000
- Inbound foreign passengers surpassed 30,000
- April 14 to 16 nearly 350 departing flights carried close to 40,000 passengers
Conclusion
The impressive surge in passenger traffic at Techo International Airport during Khmer New Year reflects both strong travel demand and Cambodia’s growing position as a regional tourism hub. With more than 100,000 international passengers recorded in just one week, alongside high flight activity and a large number of inbound visitors, the figures point to a vibrant recovery in air travel and tourism. As infrastructure and connectivity continue to improve, Cambodia is well positioned to attract even more travelers in the years ahead.