Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know
Medan's timezone is UTC+7, making Medan 14 hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SFO to KNO flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. Changi International Airport is a top stopover on the SFO to KNO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
$1,266 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,816. These fares can change based on demand.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to KNO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to KNO.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KNO:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Kuala Namu International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car to explore parts of Medan that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your ride from Kuala Namu International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
From Kuala Namu International Airport, Medan is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Medan. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport for May if you want to visit Medan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SFO to KNO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Medan, now it's time to explore other corners of Indonesia. Travel 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Percut is another well-known destination in Indonesia and is around 13 kilometres north-east of Medan. No journey is complete without dropping by Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur.
