Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know
The timezone in Medan is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MEL to KNO flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and KNO:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight is ج.م. 8,145. A round-trip ticket is currently ج.م. 15,839. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to KNO, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
If you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near KNO:
Set your own pace with a Kuala Namu International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car to explore parts of Medan that most tourists miss.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Kuala Namu International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
Kuala Namu International Airport to central Medan has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Medan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Medan is May, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEL to KNO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Medan, now it's time to explore more of Indonesia. Journey around 467 kilometres south-east to Pekanbaru to tick off its must-visit sights. From An-Nur Great Mosquea to Agro.Pujakusuma and Taman Bunga dan buah buahan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Indonesia, consider Percut, roughly 13 kilometres north-east of Medan. Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur are key reasons to visit.
