Air Cambodia

Flag carrier of Cambodia

Air Cambodia
អាកាសចរណ៍ជាតិកម្ពុជា

| IATA | ICAO | Call sign

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K6  | KHV  | CAMBODIA AIR[1]
Commenced operations| 28 July 2009; 16 years ago (2009-07-28)
Hubs|

* Phnom Penh
* Siem Reap

Focus cities| Ho Chi Minh City
Frequent-flyer program| AngkorWards
Fleet size| 6[2]
Destinations| 13[3]
Parent company|

* Royal Cambodia Government (30%)
* Xing Gang Investment Group (28%)
* 7TRIP International Co., Ltd (28%)
* Vietnam Airlines (14%)

Headquarters| Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Key people| Mao Havannall (Chairman)
David Yuhong Zhan (CEO)
Employees| > 300
Website| www.aircambodia.com

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Air Cambodia (Khmer: អាកាសចរណ៍ជាតិកម្ពុជា), formerly known as Cambodia Angkor Air, is the national flag carrier airline of Cambodia,[4] with its corporate headquarters and main hub in Phnom Penh.[5] The company slogan is "Proudly Serve the Kingdom".

## History

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### Early years

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Air Cambodia is a full-service airline founded in July 2009 by both the Cambodian Government and Vietnam Airlines with an initial capital of $100 million. It offers both Business and Economy class on-board its Airbus aircraft, while only Economy class is available on board the ATR 72. It replaced national airline Royal Air Cambodge, which ceased operations in 2001, and concentrates on serving tourist routes within Asia, most notably catering for visitors of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap.[6] It commenced operations on 28 July 2009. The airline was established as a joint venture by the Cambodian government (51%) and Vietnam Airlines (49%), the latter allowing for codeshare flights. All of its fleet and most of its staff are leased from Vietnam Airlines.[7]

On 28 July 2009, Air Cambodia launched flights with its ATR 72 on the following routes; Phnom Penh – Siem Reap, Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh City. Air Cambodia started codesharing with Vietnam Airlines and uses "VN" in place of its airline code "K6" with codeshare flight numbers on Vietnam routes.[8] On 2 September 2009, the flag carrier received a new Airbus A321.[9]

### 2010s

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On 14 December 2011, the airline started up a second domestic route within Cambodia, operating a thrice weekly Siem Reap – Sihanoukville service on board an ATR 72 turboprop.[10]

On 30 November 2012, the airline commenced flights to Thailand, between Siem Reap – Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport daily, breaking the monopoly of Thai carrier, Bangkok Airways, on this route. The route is operated by CAA's ATR 72 turboprop. On 31 March 2013, Cambodia Angkor Air increased the frequency of Siem Reap to Bangkok, to include a second daily flight. In July later that year, it was increased again to three daily flights.[11][12]

On 7 January 2013, the airline revealed the launch of Hanoi services from both its hubs at Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, with one daily flight each on the Airbus A321. This was the second destination in Vietnam to be served by Air Cambodia.[11][13] On 1 February 2013, the airline launched its second route to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport from Phnom Penh. Flights are operated daily with an Airbus A321.[14] On 6 March 2013, the airline forecasted a loss for the first time, due to the rapid expansion and increased exposure to competition.[15] On 6 March 2013, the airline adjusted the Sihanoukville route, where the existing 3 weekly Siem Reap – Sihanoukville return service was rerouted via Phnom Penh, with the flight operating as Siem Reap – Sihanoukville – Phnom Penh – Siem Reap.[16] On 14 July 2013, the airline commenced charter operations on the Siem Reap – Xiamen route.[17] On 26 September 2013, the airline commenced its inaugural flights to China breaking the monopoly of China Southern Airlines who had operated a daily frequency, which switched to a frequency of 11 flights.[18] The route is Guangzhou\- Siem Reap, operating daily using an Airbus A320. On 26 December 2013, the airline commences its seasonal Siem Reap – Hangzhou route. Also on 26 December 2013, the airline commenced new scheduled services to Shanghai–Pudong from both its hubs at Siem Reap and Phnom Penh each with four flights per week with their Airbus A321 aircraft.[19]

On 18 and 23 January 2014, Air Cambodia started its charter flight to Wenzhou and Zhengzhou. On 1 February 2014, charter flights from Sieam Reap to Fuzhou began.

On 16 January 2015, the airline launched its charter flight to Singapore Changi International Airport with an Airbus A321. On 25 October 2015, the national carrier launched new intra-Indo-China routes. There are connecting flights between Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. The airline plans to operate the Ho Chi Minh City – Phnom Penh – Vientiane – Hanoi route 3 times a week, using Airbus A321 aircraft. They will be using Vietnam Airline's code, VN. Vietnam Airlines operate on this route daily. Air Cambodia's K6 code will also appear on Vietnam Airlines' flight on this route. On 30 October 2015, Cambodia Angkor Air resumed its Siem Reap – Shanghai route. On 16 December 2015, the airline launched a new route, Siem Reap – Beijing, with their new A320-200. On 25 December 2015, Air Cambodia started its charter flight to Seoul-Incheon.

On 30 December 2016, the airline resumed its Siem Reap-Hanoi flight while their new A320-200 entered service in the CAAC.

### 2020s

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On 16 April 2020, anticipating a major global travel crisis due to COVID-19, Vietnam Airlines announced that it sold its 49% stake in Air Cambodia to an undisclosed buyer.[20]

On 22 March 2022, as reported by the Khmer Times, the Chinese media platform Sohu claimed, citing unnamed sources, that Xing Gang Investment Group utilized venture capital funds to secure a 28% stake in Cambodia Angkor Air. This acquisition positions the group as the second-largest shareholder, following the Cambodian government.[21] Meanwhile, at the end of 2024, Vietnam Airlines is still keeping a 14% stake in the carrier.[22]

On January 1, 2025, Cambodia Angkor Air underwent a rebranding and officially changed its name to Air Cambodia.[23]

## Destinations

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As of June 2025[update], Air Cambodia flies (or has flown) to the following destinations:[24]

Country  | City  | Airport  | Notes  | Refs

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Cambodia | Phnom Penh | Phnom Penh International Airport | Hub | [25]
Siem Reap | Siem Reap International Airport | Airport Closed | [25]
Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport | Hub |
Sihanoukville | Sihanouk International Airport |  |
China | Beijing | Beijing Capital International Airport | Terminated | [26]
Changsha | Changsha Huanghua International Airport | Terminated |
Chengdu | Chengdu Tianfu International Airport | Terminated |
Chongqing | Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport | Terminated |
Fuzhou | Fuzhou Changle International Airport |  | [27]
Guangzhou | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport |  |
Haikou | Haikou Meilan International Airport | Terminated| | [28]
Hangzhou | Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport | Terminated |
Hefei | Hefei Xinqiao International Airport | Terminated |
Nanchang | Nanchang Changbei International Airport | Terminated |
Nanning | Nanning Wuxu International Airport |  |
Ningbo | Ningbo Lishe International Airport | Terminated |
Shanghai | Shanghai Pudong International Airport | Terminated |
Shenzhen | Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport |  |
Shenyang | Shenyang Taoxian International Airport | Terminated |
Tianjin | Tianjin Binhai International Airport | Terminated |
Wenzhou | Wenzhou Longwan International Airport | Terminated |
Wuxi | Sunan Shuofang International Airport | Terminated |
Xiamen | Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport | Terminated |
Zhengzhou | Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport |  |
Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Hong Kong International Airport |  | [29]
India | Delhi | Indira Gandhi International Airport |  | [30]
Laos | Luang Prabang | Luang Prabang International Airport | Terminated |
Vientiane | Wattay International Airport | Terminated |
Palau | Koror | Roman Tmetuchl International Airport | Terminated | [29]
Singapore | Singapore | Changi Airport | Terminated | [31]
Thailand | Bangkok | Suvarnabhumi Airport |  | [32]
Vietnam | Da Nang | Da Nang International Airport |  | [33]
Hanoi | Noi Bai International Airport |  |
Ho Chi Minh City | Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Focus city |
Phu Quoc | Phu Quoc International Airport |  | [32]

### Codeshare agreements

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Air Cambodia has codeshare with the following airlines:

* Lao Airlines
* Vietnam Airlines

## Fleet

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### Current fleet

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Airbus A320-232 of Air Cambodia at Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport

As of June 2025[update], Air Cambodia operates the following aircraft:[34]

Air Cambodia fleet  Aircraft  | In service  | Orders  | Passengers  | Notes

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C | Y | Total
Airbus A320-200 | 2  | —  | —  | 180  | 180  |
Airbus A321-200 | 1  | —  | 16  | 168  | 184  |
ATR 72-500 | 2  | —  | —  | —  | —  |
ATR 72-600 | 1  | 2  | —  | 72  | 72  | [35]
Boeing 737 MAX 8 | 0  | 10  | —  | —  | —  |
Total  | 6  | 12  |

### Former fleet

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* 3 ATR 72-500: 1 is active, while XU-237 is now operating as VN-B220 for Vietnam Air Services Company and XU-235 is now stored at Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
* 10 Airbus A321-200: 1 is active, others are now operating with Vietnam Airlines.

### Future fleet

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* Air Cambodia has announced that they will add 1 new Airbus A320-200.
* The carrier has placed an order for three new ATR 72-600 aircraft. The twin turboprop aircraft are set to arrive in the Kingdom in May, November and December 2025. Each of the aircraft will adopt a two-class layout, including business and economy.[23]

## Livery and logo

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The logo represents the Angkor Wat temple symbol & also the bird wing used on the low-relieves at Angkor Wat. It is complemented by a stylized bird wing, referring to fluidity and elegance: the strength and the beauty of the temple, the agility and the speed of the bird. These two components complement each other to describe the qualities of safety and performance that any traveler expects from an airline, with a typical Khmer beauty that brings a special touch of personality to the company.[36]

## Services

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### On-board

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Air Cambodia offers their inflight magazines titled ANGKOR and has been issuing issues since 2014.[37] They also offer meal services for most flights. These options range from teas, Coca-Cola, noodles and meat. They also offer advance ordering of meals 24 hours before departure.[38]

### Flight pass and ancillary products

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Air Cambodia has a partnership with USA based Optiontown[39] to run a prepaid flight subscription platform called Flight Pass, which enables customers to pre-purchase flights at the best available price and decide when they want to travel at a later date. Under the same partnership, there is an option for passengers to upgrade their ticket to Business or First Class for a low price. In addition, passengers can pre-purchase their preferred seat assignment, extra baggage, lounge access, and empty seats next to them on the flight.[40]

## Award and recognition

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On October 24, 2024, Air Cambodia became the first Cambodian airline to receive the Skytrax 3-Star rating, marking a milestone in the nation's civil aviation sector and reflecting the airline's commitment to enhancing service quality and aligning with international standards. The Skytrax team awarded Air Cambodia a 3-Star rating based on its airport services, onboard products, and staff quality. Key evaluation factors included seating, facilities, food, cleanliness, and service from both cabin and ground staff. The airline's staff friendliness and proactive service received a commendable 4-Star rating, showcasing the airline's signature "Khmer Smile" and warm hospitality.[41]

## See also

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* Transport in Cambodia
* List of airlines of Cambodia

## References

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1. ^ "JO 7340.2J Contractions" (PDF). Federal Aviation Administration. 10 October 2019. Retrieved 15 November 2019.
2. ^ "Air Cambodia Fleets". flightradar24. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
3. ^ "Destinations". ch-aviation. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
4. ^ "Cambodia gets national carrier with Vietnam's help". Alibaba.com. 26 July 2009. Archived from the original on 2 March 2012. Retrieved 16 July 2012.
5. ^ "Contact Us". Cambodia Angkor Air. Archived from the original on 23 February 2015. Retrieved 22 February 2015. "Phnom Penh (Head Office): House 206A, Preah Norodom Boulevard, Phnom Penh city, Cambodia"
6. ^ "Cambodia launches national airline". Saigon Giai Phong. 27 July 2009. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 10 July 2013.
7. ^ "Contacts Archived 4 October 2009 at the Wayback Machine." Cambodia Angkor Air. Retrieved 8 October 2009.
8. ^ "Camdobia Angkor Air launches operation". airlineroute.net/. 28 July 2009. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
9. ^ "New carrier buys Airbus jet". Phnom Penh Post. 2 September 2009. Retrieved 17 September 2013.
10. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air to start Siem Reap – Sihanoukville from Dec 2011". airlineroute.net/. 9 November 2011. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
11. ^ a b "Cambodia Angkor Air to Start Siem Reap – Bangkok Service from late-Nov 2012". airlineroute.net/. 9 November 2012. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
12. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air Increases Ho Chi Minh / Bangkok Service from July 2013". airlineroute.net/. 19 June 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
13. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air Expands Operation from Jan 2013". airlineroute.net/. 2 January 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
14. ^ "Cambodia Angkor flies to Bangkok". opendevelopmentcambodia.net. 4 January 2013. Archived from the original on 5 September 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
15. ^ "Angkor Air forecasts first loss". Phnom Penh Post. 6 March 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
16. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air S13 Sihanoukville Operation Changes". airlineroute.net/. 6 March 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
17. ^ "Airline will offer more China trips". opendevelopmentcambodia.net. 25 June 2013. Archived from the original on 6 September 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
18. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air to Start Siem Reap – Guangzhou Service from late-September 2013". airlineroute.net/. 11 September 2013. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
19. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air Plans Shanghai Service Launch from late-December 2013". airlineroute.net/. 15 October 2013. Archived from the original on 15 October 2013. Retrieved 11 November 2013.
20. ^ "Vietnam Airlines sells 49 per cent stake in Cambodia Angkor Air | Phnom Penh Post".
21. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air sells minority stake to China's state-owned Xing Gang Investment Group | Khmer Times". 22 March 2022.
22. ^ "Financial Reports". Vietnam Airlines Investor relation.
23. ^ a b Pisei, Hin (16 December 2024). "National carrier expanding fleet, announces name change". The Phnom Penh Post. Retrieved 1 January 2025.
24. ^ "Air Cambodia Routes". flightradar24. Retrieved 2 January 2025.
25. ^ a b "Cambodia Angkor Air destinations". Archived from the original on 14 March 2016. Retrieved 2 May 2016.
26. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air makes Beijing its fifth destination in China". anna.aero. 20 December 2016.
27. ^ "エア・カンボジア、国土交通省が乗り入れ許可". Traicy. 23 April 2025.
28. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air adds Haikou charters from July 2017".
29. ^ a b "Cambodia Angkor Air 1Q24 planned network addition changes - 12 Dec23". AeroRoutes. 13 December 2023.
30. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air moves India launch to June 2024". AeroRoutes. 1 March 2024.
31. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air Moves Delhi / Singapore Launch to 1Q24". AeroRoutes. 23 October 2023.
32. ^ a b "Air Cambodia 1Q25 network additions". AeroRoutes. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
33. ^ "Cambodia Angkor Air Adds New Vietnam Routes in S16". airlineroute. Retrieved 8 March 2016.
34. ^ "Air Cambodia Considering Hong Kong IPO and B787-8 or A321neo Fleet Expansion". axtravelguide. Retrieved 7 July 2025.
35. ^ "Air Cambodia takes delivery of the first ATR 72-600". ch-aviation.com. 27 May 2025.
36. ^ "Company Logo". Air Cambodia.
37. ^ "Magazine|Cambodia Angkor Air - Proudly The National Flag Carrier". www.cambodiaangkorair.com (in Vietnamese). Retrieved 24 May 2023.
38. ^ "Ancillary Service|Cambodia Angkor Air - Proudly The National Flag Carrier". www.cambodiaangkorair.com (in Vietnamese). Retrieved 24 May 2023.
39. ^ Khmer Times (17 January 2016). "Khmer Times". Retrieved 24 March 2020.
40. ^ "Cambodiaangkorair". Retrieved 24 March 2020.[dead link]
41. ^ "Air Cambodia". Skytrax. Retrieved 2 January 2025.

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