Travelling from Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO) to Surabaya Airport (SUB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport.
Medan and Surabaya follow the same timezone, UTC+7.
Your KNO to SUB flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Surabaya (and then seeing more of Indonesia!) is a breeze with Super Air Jet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Super Air Jet.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport. These are the top stopovers between KNO and SUB:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Halim Perdana Kusuma Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO) to Surabaya Airport (SUB)
Right now, $137 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $286. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book three months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KNO to SUB.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KNO to SUB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport.
Handy information about Medan Kuala Namu Airport (KNO)
Of the departures from Medan Kuala Namu Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
Medan Kuala Namu Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Medan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KNO:
Arriving at Surabaya Airport (SUB)
If you're coming in on a late Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SUB:
Pick up a Surabaya Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Avis and TRAC Astra Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Surabaya and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Surabaya Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to central Surabaya
From Surabaya Airport, Surabaya is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Surabaya Airport (SUB)
May is the most popular month for flights from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Surabaya in March.
Before locking in your flight from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Surabaya Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Surabaya, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KNO to SUB in July. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Surabaya has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Surabaya, a visit to Semarang will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Prambanan, Indonesia Kaya Park and Masjid Agung Jawa Tengah.
Denpasar is another essential stop in Indonesia and is around 306 kilometres south-east of Surabaya. No journey is complete without experiencing Sanur Beach, Bali Dream Walk and Pantai Matahari Terbit Sanur.

