Cheap Flights from George Town (PEN) to Medan (KNO)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Medan Kuala Namu flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu

Penang to Medan Kuala Namu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Penang to Medan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Medan Kuala Namu.

George Town to Medan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$89
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time52 mins
Most popular airlineLionAir Indonesia
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu is $89. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
52 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu.
LionAir Indonesia, Indonesia AirAsia and AirAsia fly direct from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu.
As of August 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Medan Kuala Namu is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medan Kuala Namu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Indonesia AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Medan Kuala Namu.

Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport is 50 minutes.

  • Medan is one hour behind George Town and is in the UTC+7 timezone.

  • Flights from PEN to KNO start from 06:55 — the earliest with Firefly. The last service of the day is at 22:55 with Indonesia AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of 49 weekly Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PEN to KNO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • With direct flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Medan (and then other destinations in Indonesia) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with AirAsia on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for PEN to KNO flights is Indonesia AirAsia.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PEN and KNO include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight is $42. A round-trip fare right now is $89. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PEN to KNO.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from PEN to KNO.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport.

Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • 69.54% of flights that take off from Penang International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PEN:

Arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)

Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan

  • From Kuala Namu International Airport, Medan is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Medan in February.

  • The warmest month in Medan is May, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from PEN to KNO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

Explore more of Indonesia

  • Pekanbaru is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Medan. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include An-Nur Great Mosquea, Agro.Pujakusuma and Taman Bunga dan buah buahan.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Indonesia, consider Percut, roughly 13 kilometres north-east of Medan. Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur are key highlights.

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