Flying from London to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO), you'll have your pick of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Medan is seven hours ahead of London. Kuala Namu International Airport is located in Medan, which follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from London to KNO won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from London to KNO with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and KNO include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Kuala Namu International Airport. Changi International Airport (SIN) is a popular option between London Gatwick Airport and KNO.
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to KNO flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Kuala Namu International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Kuala Namu International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near KNO:
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Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
Central Medan is around 40 kilometres from Kuala Namu International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Currently, R 6,122 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kuala Namu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,886. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to KNO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Kuala Namu International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO). July is the peak month for travel to Medan. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in February.
When booking your London to KNO plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Medan, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Kuala Namu International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Medan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medan right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Kuala Namu International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Medan Grand Mosque, Sipiso Piso Waterfall and Masjid Baiturrahman are essential stops on your Medan itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Medan, now it's time to discover more of Indonesia. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Tanjungbalai to check off its top sights. From Masjid Raya Sultan Ahmadsyah to Masjid Jami'issabil and Mesjid Haji Zul, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Make your way 113 kilometres south-east from Medan to reach Kisaran, another well-known stop in Indonesia. Don't leave without experiencing GBI KAMPUNG TAHU KISARAN and Masjid Al Islamiyah.