Travelling from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) leaving from here.
Medan is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Kuala Namu International Airport is located in Medan, which follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from Colombo to KNO 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 flying internationally.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Colombo, RML can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Colombo Ratmalana Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Break up your flight from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and KNO include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Colombo to KNO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.71%.
About Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near KNO and be in snooze mode sooner:
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 Medan and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
Central Medan is around 40 kilometres from Kuala Namu International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
RM681 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport. A return flight starts at RM1,315. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to KNO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO). July is the peak month for travel to Medan. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Book a Colombo to KNO plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medan to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Medan
After booking your flight from Colombo to Kuala Namu International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medan:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Medan when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Medan Grand Mosque followed by Sipiso Piso Waterfall and Masjid Baiturrahman.
Explore more of Indonesia
Medan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-east of Medan, a trip to Tanjungbalai will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Masjid Raya Sultan Ahmadsyah, Masjid Jami'issabil and Mesjid Haji Zul.
Set out 113 kilometres south-east from Medan to reach Kisaran, another standout destination in Indonesia. Don't leave without exploring GBI KAMPUNG TAHU KISARAN and Masjid Al Islamiyah.