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Medan Kualanamu Airport (KNO)Kualanamu International Airport
The local time and weather at the airport, how far the main areas of Medan are, airport facilities and a flight search, plus live arrivals and departures.
Local time at the airport06:39Wednesday, 7 October 2026WIB · UTC+7 · no daylight saving
Weather at the airport
26 °C
Fog / mist / haze
Wind 0 km/h
Airport codes
KNOIATAWIMMICAO
Elevation 7 m (23 ft)Live flights at Medan Kualanamu Airport
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Airport details
Key facts about Kualanamu International Airport.
Official nameKualanamu International Airport
Also known asMedan Airport
IATA codeKNO
ICAO codeWIMM
LocationDeli Serdang, North Sumatra, Indonesia
Distance to Medan city centreAbout 22 km in a straight line
Time zoneWIB (Western Indonesia Time), UTC+7, no daylight saving
Elevation7 m (23 ft) above sea level
Coordinates3°38′16″N, 98°52′14″E
Runway05/23, 3,750 m × 60 m, asphalt
Rail linkAirport train to Medan city centre
How far are popular areas from the airport?
Straight-line distances. Roads are longer and traffic can be heavy, so allow extra time.
Medan city centre (Merdeka Square)
22.0 kmMaimun Palace, Grand Mosque and food streets
Directions · 13.7 mi →Binjai
42.9 kmGateway west towards Bukit Lawang
Directions · 26.7 mi →Tebing Tinggi
47.3 kmTown on the route to Lake Toba
Directions · 29.4 mi →Berastagi
63.6 kmHighland town below Mount Sibayak
Directions · 39.5 mi →Bukit Lawang
83.9 kmOrangutan treks in Gunung Leuser
Directions · 52.1 mi →Lake Toba (Parapat)
108.5 kmFerries to Samosir island
Directions · 67.4 mi →Airport amenities
What you can find at Kualanamu.
- Free Wi-FiIn the terminal
- ATMs and currency exchangeIn the terminal
- Restaurants and cafésBefore and after security
- Prayer roomsIn the terminal
- Taxis and ride-hailingOfficial taxi counters and app pickup points
- AssistanceWheelchair and reduced-mobility support on request
Medan Kualanamu Airport FAQ
Where is Medan Kualanamu Airport?
The airport is in Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Medan city centre is about 22 km away in a straight line.
How far is Lake Toba (Parapat) from the airport?
Lake Toba (Parapat) is about 109 km from the airport in a straight line; the road distance is longer.
Is there a train to the airport?
Airport train to Medan city centre. Check the operator’s timetable before you travel.
How many runways does Medan Kualanamu Airport have?
One runway: 05/23, 3,750 m × 60 m, asphalt.
What facilities are at the airport?
See the amenities list on this page. Facilities can change, so check with the airport before you travel if you need something specific.
Where can I see live arrivals and departures?
Open the Arrivals or Departures page linked at the top of this page for the live board.
What is the airport code for Medan Kualanamu Airport?
Kualanamu International Airport uses the IATA code KNO and the ICAO code WIMM.
What time zone is Medan Kualanamu Airport in?
The airport uses WIB (Western Indonesia Time), UTC+7, all year. There is no daylight saving time. The live clock on this page shows the current time at the airport.
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