What Happened
New Airport Capacity Struggles to Attract Travelers Amid Regional Competition
Cambodia’s Techo International Airport has opened with a capacity to handle 15 million passengers annually, but the country is struggling to attract travelers. Passenger demand has weakened, with a 9% decline in air passengers in 2026, and Cambodia faces growing competition from regional destinations like Vietnam. Air Cambodia plans to expand its fleet and routes, but the airline industry in Cambodia faces significant challenges, including a shortage of skilled aviation professionals. According to Cambodianess, the country needs to improve its tourism strategy and connectivity to other destinations to turn its new airport capacity into a sustainable aviation network.