Cheap flights To Medan (MES) from $21

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Cheap Flights to Medan from $21 One Way, $50 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Fri, Jun 14 - Thu, Jun 20
PEN
Penang Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$50 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$50
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Indonesia AirAsia flight, departing Fri, Jun 14 from Penang Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Thu, Jun 20, priced at $50 found 3 days ago
Wed, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 25
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$56 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$56
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Wed, Sep 18 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Wed, Sep 25, priced at $56 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 29 - Sun, Jun 2
DMK
Don Mueang Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$126 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Indonesia AirAsia flight, departing Wed, May 29 from Don Mueang Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Sun, Jun 2, priced at $126 found 3 days ago
Mon, Jul 1 - Sun, Jul 7
SIN
Changi
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$150 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 1 from Changi to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Sun, Jul 7, priced at $150 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 11
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$249 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 7 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Mon, Nov 11, priced at $249 found 16 hours ago
Mon, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 11
BTH
Hang Nadim
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$254 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Technologies flight, departing Mon, Jun 3 from Hang Nadim to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Tue, Jun 11, priced at $254 found 14 hours ago
Sun, Jun 9 - Thu, Jun 20
BKK
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 9 from Suvarnabhumi Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Thu, Jun 20, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
Mon, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 16
CGK
Soekarno-Hatta Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$292 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Garuda Indonesia flight, departing Mon, Aug 12 from Soekarno-Hatta Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Fri, Aug 16, priced at $292 found 8 hours ago
Sat, Jun 15 - Fri, Jun 21
NRT
Narita Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$414 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$414
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 15 from Narita Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Fri, Jun 21, priced at $414 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jun 5 - Wed, Jun 12
MCT
Muscat Intl.
KNO
Kuala Namu Intl.
$856 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$856
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, Jun 5 from Muscat Intl. to Kuala Namu Intl., returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $856 found 13 hours ago

Medan Flight Information

Traveling To
Medan
Destination Airport IATA Code
MES
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Indonesia AirAsia, AirAsia, Hahn Air Technologies, Garuda Indonesia, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates
Flight Price
$50
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

Fly to Medan

After you fly to Medan, it s time to immerse yourself in the Indonesian culture present in this large North Sumatran city. Here, you'll find the Maimoon Palace, which was built in 1888 by the Sultan of Deli and still occupied by members of his family and the Tjong A Fie Mansion, built by a wealthy Chinese merchant. This unusual building features beautiful hand-painted ceilings and a blend of Chinese and Indian architecture.

Attractions

The Medan Motor Sports Arena is the perfect place to watch motorsport, with watch drag races taking place regularly. The Museum of North Sumatra has displays showing the history and the influences from the Hindu, Muslim and Buddhist religions. Many visitors head to Jl Yani, where there are a number of antique shops.

Hints and tips

When you fly to Medan, you'll arrive via the Kualanamu International Airport (KNO), about 24 miles from the city. Getting from the airport to Medan is simple via train. Within the city, you can take a becak, which is a type of three-wheeled transportation, a taxi or an angkot, which is a small minivan used for public transportation. The city has a tropical rain forest climate, so you can expect high temperatures ranging from 88 degrees in January to 91 degrees in July. There are numerous festivals held in the city, including the popular Mooncake and Mid-Autumn Festival held in celebration of the harvest.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Medan?
With 20 airlines offering services to Kuala Namu Intl. Airport (KNO), the entryway to Medan, you have loads of options. Find an awesome deal among these well-known international airlines that fly to this city:

  • Indonesia AirAsia - 87 flights to Medan per month
  • AirAsia - 23 flights to Medan per month
  • Citilink - 17 flights to Medan per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Medan?
Keep your eyes open for a cheap ticket to Kuala Namu Intl. Airport (KNO). It’s the city’s main terminal and is situated around 11 miles east of the center. Once you’ve walked out of arrivals, it won’t be long before you’re discovering the sights and sounds of Medan.
How much is a flight to Medan?
The cost for a round-trip flight to Medan this past week fluctuated from $50 to $856. If you were flying one-way from Penang (PEN), you could have bagged ticket prices from just $21.
How to book the cheapest flight to Medan?
Scoring cheap flights to Medan is as simple as booking with Orbitz. But if you’re eager to make sure you’re walking away with the best flight deals around, here are some suggestions to keep your wallet happy:

  • Depending on where you’re departing from, choose the ‘Nearby airports’ function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In some cases, alternative departure points will have cheaper fares.
  • If you’re flexible with your travel schedule, click on the ‘Show flexible dates’ option. It’ll display the flight deals for the days before and after your selected departure. Ticket prices often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
  • To refine your results, click on ‘Show options.’ You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also select your preferred flight times under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left.
  • The early bird gets the best savings, so book as soon as you’ve worked out your travel dates. The most affordable airfares sell like hotcakes and prices generally rise as the departure date nears.
  • Make big savings on your trip by combining your hotel, flights and car rentals into an Orbitz package deal. Your travel budget will thank you.
  • Flying during peak season means costly airfares. Try to plan your trip outside of popular periods, such as Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Easter.

How long is a flight to Medan?
Depending on which airport you take off from, your flight to Medan could be long or short. Below are the flight times for three of the busiest domestic routes:

  • Jakarta (CGK-Soekarno-Hatta Intl.) to Kuala Namu Intl. Airport (KNO) - 2 hours and 19 minutes
  • Banda Aceh (BTJ-Sultan Iskandarmuda) to Kuala Namu Intl. Airport (KNO) - 1 hour and 16 minutes
  • Batam Batu Besar (BTH-Hang Nadim) to Kuala Namu Intl. Airport (KNO) - 1 hour and 26 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Medan?
Generally speaking, the cheapest month to book your airfare is in January. This is closely followed by February then August. When looking for a cheap flight to Medan, it’s worth being ready to book. Cheap deals pop up in an instant and don’t wait around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Medan?
If you’re after low-cost airfares to Medan, the best days to book are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. With Orbitz (and a bit of good timing!), a superb flight deal will be all yours.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Medan?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to hop on a plane on a Monday to get cheap flights to Medan. Next most inexpensive day? Tuesday. Saturday costs the most. So, think about leaving early in the week if you’d love to score a bargain fare without paying premium prices.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Medan?
We won’t keep you guessing — based on Orbitz data, August is generally the cheapest month to fly. Ideal for those who want a weekend getaway or simply escape from it all before the weather changes. The costliest time to fly is in the middle of summer, with fares at their highest in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Life changes, and we believe your ticket should be able to do the same. That’s why Orbitz makes it a breeze to search for airlines with free cancellation and no change fees. Just enter your travel details and then select “Filter by flexible change policies.” Now that’s peace of mind!
What do I need for the flight to Medan?
The trick to having a seamless flight is to be prepared. Here are a few useful tips to take note of before you take off:

  • You’ll need to present photo identification such as a valid passport. To avoid confusion while checking in, make sure you book your tickets under the same name as your official ID. It’s smart to have electronic copies of your travel documents too, just to be safe!
  • Bring some extra entertainment for your long trip to Medan. If you’ve had enough of watching that series on your phone, give your eyes a break from all that screen time and read a book.
  • Temperatures in the cabin can go from hot to cold quickly, so it’s wise to pack a sweater. Also consider wearing compression socks. They can help prevent your feet and legs from getting achy and swollen.

How many direct flights are there to Medan?
You can lock in a seat on one of 224 flights that travel directly to Medan every month. Lion Air, Citilink and Batik Air are some of the airlines that will take you there comfortably in one go. Wings Air (Indonesia), Indonesia AirAsia and Super Air Jet are a few other carriers that fly nonstop.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Medan?
If you think a business or first-class ticket is beyond your reach, you may want to think again. Here are some top tips to help you book a premium flight to Medan for less:

  • Being flexible isn’t just useful in the gym. Leave some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when a huge sale drops.
  • Search for a low-cost airline that offers seats in business class. They often come with more space and a glass of Champagne — but without the premium price.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some airlines hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat up the front. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a flight rewards program.

What is the best time to go to Medan?
Anytime is a wonderful time to experience Medan, but June, August and September are the liveliest months. Like most of the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season starts June 20. If you’d rather hang out in a short-sleeved top than a winter coat, this time of the year may suit you perfectly. Expect average daytime highs of 90 ºF and nighttime lows around 75 ºF.

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