Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO): what you need to know
Medan is four hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Your SYD to KNO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and KNO:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO)
At the moment, R 3,695 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,661. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to KNO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SYD to KNO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney Airport, 66% land on time at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KNO if you have a late Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Start your adventure sooner with a Medan Kuala Namu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car to explore Medan and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Medan Kuala Namu Airport around one week before your departure date.
When to fly to Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Medan. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Sydney Airport to Medan Kuala Namu Airport for May if you want to visit Medan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to KNO in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Pekanbaru is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Medan. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Pekanbaru Great Mosque, Pasar Wisata Kuliner and Masjid Baiturrahman.