Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): what you need to know
Medan's timezone is UTC+7, making Medan seven hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Your EDI to KNO 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 flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight is RM1,851. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM3,258. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from EDI to KNO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EDI to KNO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that leave from Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
Arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
If you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near KNO:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kuala Namu International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
Kuala Namu International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Medan. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Medan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Medan is May, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Namu International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to KNO in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Pekanbaru is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've seen Medan. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include An-Nur Great Mosquea, Agro.Pujakusuma and Taman Bunga dan buah buahan.
Percut is another favourite destination in Indonesia and is around 13 kilometres north-east of Medan. No trip is complete without dropping by Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur.