Travelling from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Jakarta's main airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) or Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 21 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport.
Medan (where Kuala Namu International Airport is located) and Jakarta share the UTC+7 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The busiest route is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO), with 224 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CGK to KNO is the 04:00 LionAir Indonesia option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:45 with LionAir Indonesia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Jakarta to KNO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Take off and land with no stops from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) can be booked from here.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport leaving from CGK. Reserve your trip with one of these:
From the centre of Jakarta, CGK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
About Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KNO instead:
Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
Kuala Namu International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Medan. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport is Rs20,471. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs38,873. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Jakarta to KNO, book your trip 8 months before your planned departure.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Medan. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from Jakarta to KNO for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medan to range from 22ºC to 32ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport.
More about Medan
After booking your flight from Jakarta to Kuala Namu International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medan:
Sipiso Piso Waterfall and Medan Grand Mosque are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Medan must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sri Mariamman Temple Sunggal.
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