South Korea
Cambodia
Seoul to Phnom Penh Time Difference
Phnom Penh is 2 hours behind Seoul
Seoul vs Phnom Penh — At a Glance
Seoul to Phnom Penh — Hour-by-Hour
About Seoul and Phnom Penh
Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation. Phnom Penh (population: 2.1M) is known for the Royal Palace, Mekong River, and Cambodia's emerging digital economy.
Business Hours Overlap
Phnom Penh is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Seoul.
Calling Between Cities
Calling between Seoul (+82) and Phnom Penh (+855) is convenient — the time difference is small enough that you're unlikely to disturb anyone during normal waking hours.
Currency
Seoul uses KRW while Phnom Penh uses KHR. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seoul primarily speaks Korean, while Phnom Penh speaks Khmer and English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seoul and Phnom Penh visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and Phnom Penh?
Phnom Penh, Cambodia is 2 hours behind Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9) and Phnom Penh is in the Asia/Bangkok timezone (UTC+7).
When it's noon in Seoul, what time is it in Phnom Penh?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seoul, it's 10:00 AM in Phnom Penh.
What is the best time to call Phnom Penh from Seoul?
With only a 2-hour difference, you can comfortably call Phnom Penh anytime during standard business hours (9 AM–6 PM Seoul time).
What currency does Phnom Penh use?
Phnom Penh, Cambodia uses KHR. Seoul uses KRW. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Phnom Penh?
The primary languages in Phnom Penh are Khmer, English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Phnom Penh from Seoul?
To call Phnom Penh from Seoul, dial your international access code followed by +855 and the local number. Seoul uses country code +82 and Phnom Penh uses +855.
