Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Medan?

Flights from Sydney to Medan usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Medan Kuala Namu Intl (KNO).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Medan?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Medan.

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Medan pass through?

One-stop flights from Sydney to Medan most commonly connect through: • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 49% of one-stop connections • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 38% of one-stop connections • Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl (CGK) – 13% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Medan?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Sydney to Medan. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $519 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,131, a difference of $613. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Medan flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the $885 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Sydney to Medan?

A direct flight from Sydney to Medan takes 00m, covering 11,071 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Medan?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Sydney to Medan changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $726 to $3,236. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Sydney to Medan looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Medan are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $830, which is 66% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Medan?

Flying via Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl (CGK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 32m, compared to 13h 14m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 14h 37m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

What is the time difference between Sydney and Medan?

Medan is 4 hours behind Sydney (West Indonesia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Medan flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Medan range from $655 to $1,143, with an average of $885 over the past 12 months. Anything below $655 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Medan?

Return flights from Sydney to Medan typically range from $655 to $1,143. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $726 on Scoot.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Medan?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Medan. It's 42% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Medan?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Medan at $517 return. •December ($1,449) and November ($1,136) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 180% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Medan the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Medan are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Medan?

Scoot ($726) and Garuda Indonesia ($1,517) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Sydney to Medan according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Medan?

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) is the most popular stopover for the Sydney to Medan route. 49% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via KUL.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Medan?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $783. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Medan, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl (CGK) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Medan stopovers at 7h 24m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar

20:05 - 16:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

24h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

16:00 - 12:45KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$726Scoot

Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar

13:25 - 16:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

16:00 - 12:45KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$727Scoot

Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar

13:25 - 16:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

16:00 - 12:45KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$737Scoot

Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar

13:25 - 16:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

16:00 - 12:45KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$739Scoot

Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar

13:25 - 16:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:50 - 12:45KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 55m2 stops Penang Intl Singapore Changi

$834Multiple Airlines

Sun, 31 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb

19:10 - 07:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

16:55 - 18:50KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$843Multiple Airlines

Sun, 31 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb

20:05 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

18h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Penang Intl

16:55 - 18:50KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$894Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan

11:10 - 21:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

14h 40m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

10:25 - 08:35KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 10m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$1,563Garuda Indonesia

Sun, 27 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

11:10 - 21:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

14h 40m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

09:10 - 08:35KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 25m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$1,563Garuda Indonesia

Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 10 Jan

08:05 - 16:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl

12h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

20:25 - 21:15KNO Medan Kuala Namu Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

$2,225Singapore Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Medan? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Medan departing in March.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Medan?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Medan. It's 42% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Medan? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Sydney to Medan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •July is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Medan at $517 return.
•December ($1,449) and November ($1,136) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 180% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Sydney to Medan the cheapest?: Flights from Sydney to Medan are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Medan?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Medan.
How long is a flight from Sydney to Medan?
A direct flight from Sydney to Medan takes 00m, covering 11,071 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Medan?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Medan flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Medan range from $655 to $1,143, with an average of $885 over the past 12 months. Anything below $655 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Medan flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the $885 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Sydney to Medan changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $726 to $3,236. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Medan looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Medan are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $830, which is 66% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Medan?
Flights from Sydney to Medan usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Medan Kuala Namu Intl (KNO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Medan pass through?
One-stop flights from Sydney to Medan most commonly connect through:

• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 49% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl (CGK) – 13% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Medan?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Sydney to Medan. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $519 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,131, a difference of $613.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Medan?
Flying via Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl (CGK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 32m, compared to 13h 14m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 14h 37m via Singapore Changi (SIN).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Medan?
Medan is 4 hours behind Sydney (West Indonesia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $519, about $613 less than Monday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Medan trip for July. Fares historically average $517 return in that month – typically $931 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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