How to find cheap flights to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
$393 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Kuala Namu International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to KNO, the lowest fare is $240.
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Lock in a bargain on tickets to Medan, where Kuala Namu International Airport is located, by booking in advance. You're more likely to secure a great deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of scoring cheap flights to Medan. Doing this will give you more options for where to start and end your trip, as well as different fares.
Think about taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Kuala Namu International Airport.
Best time to go to Medan
May is generally the cheapest month to board a flight to Medan.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to KNO that fits your budget and itinerary.
Travel to Medan in February if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to KNO, but also when tickets can be more expensive.
Travel in December if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Medan are generally more affordable.
Check the weather conditions before travelling. May brings the warmest days in Medan, averaging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF), January has the lowest temperatures.
Want to visit when you're less likely to need an umbrella? February is the driest month in Medan, averaging 15 days of rain.
Rain is more common here during May, which gets around 23 days of wet weather.
Travelling to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Kuala Namu International Airport, these leading airlines make reaching Medan a breeze:
Saudia is the most dependable carrier. Up to 100% of its flights into this airport arrive as scheduled, making it an excellent choice when booking your KNO plane ticket.
Your flight will touch down in the UTC+7 timezone at KNO.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Kuala Namu International Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to KNO:
Kuala Namu International Airport has an on-time rating of 70%, which is based on the arrival performance of departing flights. This can be helpful to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or have to be somewhere shortly after landing.
Getting to central Medan from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Central Medan is about 40 kilometres from KNO.
Once you've touched down from your flight to KNO, expect a drive to the centre of around 45 minutes.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
The right hotel can make your trip even better. Book a room at one of these guest-approved stays in Medan:
Medan highlights
Hop off your flight to Medan and head straight for these well-known attractions:
Medan Grand Mosque: A memorable preview of what the city has to offer, this landmark is around 3 kilometres southeast of the centre.
Masjid Baiturrahman: Take on this landmark next. Around 5 kilometres west of the city centre, it's worth checking out to get the full Medan experience.
How to get to Binjai from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Heading for the nearby city of Binjai? It's about 72 kilometres from KNO. Give yourself around 1 hour 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Plan for a travel time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes when making your way to Binjai on public transport.
Travelling from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Pematangsiantar
About 80 kilometres away, Pematangsiantar is another city that's easily reachable from Kuala Namu International Airport. It'll take you around 4 hours 20 minutes to make the journey on public transport from KNO.
Travelling there by car will take you roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Explore more of Indonesia
Let your travels lead you to Pematangsiantar. Roughly 80 kilometres south of Medan, Masjid Ubudiyah, Taman Hewan Pematang Siantar -THPS and Masjid Raya Pematang Siantar give you plenty of reason to visit.