Flying from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney four hours ahead of Medan.
Your KNO to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KNO and SYD:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, RM715 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,567. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from KNO to SYD, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
68.46% of flights taking off from Kuala Namu International Airport land at their destination on time.
Kuala Namu International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Medan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KNO? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SYD:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Sydney. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.
When booking your flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KNO to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.