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Guangzhou to Phnom Penh Time Difference
Phnom Penh is 1 hour behind Guangzhou
Guangzhou vs Phnom Penh — At a Glance
Guangzhou to Phnom Penh — Hour-by-Hour
About Guangzhou and Phnom Penh
Guangzhou (population: 18.7M) is known for the Canton Fair (world's largest trade fair), manufacturing, and Cantonese cuisine. 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 Guangzhou.
Calling Between Cities
Calling between Guangzhou (+86) and Phnom Penh (+855) is convenient — the time difference is small enough that you're unlikely to disturb anyone during normal waking hours.
Currency
Guangzhou uses CNY while Phnom Penh uses KHR. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Guangzhou primarily speaks Cantonese and Mandarin, 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 Guangzhou and Phnom Penh visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Phnom Penh?
Phnom Penh, Cambodia is 1 hour behind Guangzhou, China. Guangzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone (UTC+8) and Phnom Penh is in the Asia/Bangkok timezone (UTC+7).
When it's noon in Guangzhou, what time is it in Phnom Penh?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Guangzhou, it's 11:00 AM in Phnom Penh.
What is the best time to call Phnom Penh from Guangzhou?
With only a 1-hour difference, you can comfortably call Phnom Penh anytime during standard business hours (9 AM–6 PM Guangzhou time).
What currency does Phnom Penh use?
Phnom Penh, Cambodia uses KHR. Guangzhou uses CNY. 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 Guangzhou?
To call Phnom Penh from Guangzhou, dial your international access code followed by +855 and the local number. Guangzhou uses country code +86 and Phnom Penh uses +855.
