Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know
The timezone in Medan is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DEL to KNO flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DEL and KNO:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
R 2,906 is currently the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 6,106. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DEL to KNO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DEL to KNO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, 67.17% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to DEL:
Arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Reserve a hotel near KNO if you're taking a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Medan and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kuala Namu International Airport rental car from TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
Reserving your ride from Kuala Namu International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Medan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport for May if you'd like to explore Medan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to KNO in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Pekanbaru is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Medan. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include An-Nur Great Mosquea, Agro.Pujakusuma and Taman Bunga dan buah buahan.
Around 13 kilometres north-east of Medan, Percut is another essential stop in Indonesia. No visit is complete without checking out Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur.