Flying from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Check out your options departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when reserving your flight from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO).
Kuala Namu International Airport is located in Medan. The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Taipei.
To ensure you catch your flight from Taipei to KNO, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 kilometers from the center of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74.72% of flights that take off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport land at their destination on time.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is about 6 kilometers from central Taipei. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Taipei to KNO flight? Relax in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a track record for punctuality. 91.15% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Have a late flight from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near KNO and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Pick up a Kuala Namu International Airport rental car and discover parts of Medan that aren't the typical tourist stops. You can book your wheels with TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to central Medan
From Kuala Namu International Airport, central Medan is around 40 kilometers away. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the city center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport is AED 529. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 911. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Taipei to KNO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Medan based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Medan is May, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Taipei to KNO flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medan right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Kuala Namu International Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Medan when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Medan Grand Mosque followed by Sipiso Piso Waterfall and Masjid Baiturrahman.
Explore more of Indonesia
Medan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometers south-east of Medan, a trip to Tanjungbalai will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Masjid Raya Sultan Ahmadsyah, Masjid Jami'issabil and Mesjid Haji Zul.
Any journey through Indonesia wouldn't be complete without visiting Kisaran. GBI KAMPUNG TAHU KISARAN and Masjid Al Islamiyah are highlights in this destination, which is about 113 kilometers south-east of Medan.