Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know
52 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. Medan is 1 hour behind George Town and operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Take your pick of 49 weekly flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. The 06:55 departure with Firefly is the earliest flight out from PEN to KNO. Indonesia AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 22:55 if early starts aren't your thing.
Travelling over a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Medan (and then discovering more of Indonesia!) is a breeze with Firefly. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the popular stopovers between PEN and KNO:
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Indonesia, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PEN to KNO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport is R 435. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 929. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. 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.
The cheapest month for tickets from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 26 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a convenient hotel close to PEN? If you're boarding an early flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near 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 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 13 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Medan. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Medan is May, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PEN to KNO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Medan
After locking in your flights from PEN to KNO, you'll need to find a hotel in Medan. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Sipiso Piso Waterfall and Medan Grand Mosque are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Medan must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sri Mariamman Temple Sunggal.
Complete your Medan trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Kuala Namu International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Medan getaway.