Cambodia How Much Does Siem Reap Cost? (2026)
From budget $35/day to luxury $280/day — full daily expense breakdown
Siem Reap Travel Cost — Quick Answer
Updated Jun 2026Per person, per day, in USD — daily cost summary for Siem Reap.
- Budget / day
- $35
- Mid-range / day
- $95
- Luxury / day
- $280
- Biggest expense
- Accommodation ($35/day)
- 7-day total (incl. flights, mid)
- $770
- Est. round-trip flight
- $700-1,400 from US/EU; $130-300 from Asia (REP via AirAsia + Cathay)
As of 2026, a day in Siem Reap costs about $35 on a budget, $95 mid-range, and $280 for luxury travel. Accommodation is the single largest cost, and a 7-day mid-range trip including flights totals around $770.
Siem Reap can be done on a wide range of budgets. Hostels, local restaurants, and public transport keep daily costs around $35. A 3-star hotel with sit-down meals averages $95. Luxury travelers in 4-5 star hotels with fine dining should expect $280+ per day. Below: detailed breakdown by category, total budgets for 3/5/7-day trips, and local saving tips.
How much should you budget per day in Siem Reap?
Per person, per day for Siem Reap in three travel styles · 2026 figures.
- Accommodation$12
- Food$8
- Transport$5
- Activities$10
- Accommodation$35
- Food$25
- Transport$12
- Activities$23
- Accommodation$130
- Food$50
- Transport$20
- Activities$80
Siem Reap is one of cheapest Asian destinations. Stay near Pub Street for walking access. Tuk-tuk to Angkor $20/day. Pre-book Angkor pass online to skip queues.
How much does each category cost in Siem Reap?
Per person, per day in USD · 2026 figures.
| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $12 | $35 | $130 |
| Food | $8 | $25 | $50 |
| Transport | $5 | $12 | $20 |
| Activities & Attractions | $10 | $23 | $80 |
| Daily Total | $35 | $95 | $280 |
How much does a 3, 5, or 7-day Siem Reap trip cost?
Including round-trip flight estimate · per person · estimated flights: $700-1,400 from US/EU; $130-300 from Asia (REP via AirAsia + Cathay)
* Flight prices vary widely by origin and booking timing. Numbers above are average return economy fares.
Is Siem Reap expensive compared to other cities?
Mid-range daily cost compared to other popular destinations.
* Exchange rates as of April 2026. Mid-range daily cost per traveler.
Cash or card — how should you pay in Siem Reap?
How to pay and what to know about money in Siem Reap.
USD (KHR for change).
Hotels + Angkor pass take cards. Local restaurants cash USD.
Appreciated $1-2.
ABA Bank + ANZ free for foreign cards.
Recommended Tours & Activities
Booking tours in advance is typically 15-30% cheaper than walk-up rates.
Siem Reap Hotel Search
Find rooms in your style — budget $12 to luxury $130+ per night.
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Why you can trust cost guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.