How long is the flight from United States to North Sumatra?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in North Sumatra you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Medan Kuala Namu Intl takes 32h 50m on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Medan Kuala Namu Intl takes 32h 45m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Medan

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 12

LAX

40h 40m

2 stops

KNO

Feb 28

KNO

37h 05m

2 stops

LAX

$1,070

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 16

LAX

40h 35m

2 stops

KNO

Jan 23

KNO

48h 55m

2 stops

LAX

$1,073

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Apr 16

ORD

36h 50m

2 stops

KNO

Apr 30

KNO

35h 15m

2 stops

ORD

$1,170

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Etihad Airways

Apr 22

ORD

28h 25m

1 stop

KNO

Apr 26

KNO

36h 10m

1 stop

ORD

$1,173

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 15

ORD

35h 20m

2 stops

KNO

Jan 29

KNO

36h 35m

2 stops

ORD

$1,178

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Multiple Airlines

May 20

LAX

24h 55m

2 stops

KNO

Jun 21

KNO

41h 55m

2 stops

LAX

$1,205

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Multiple Airlines

May 20

LAX

24h 55m

2 stops

KNO

Jun 21

KNO

25h 25m

2 stops

LAX

$1,207

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Etihad Airways

Apr 14

ORD

39h 00m

2 stops

KNO

Apr 30

KNO

26h 45m

2 stops

ORD

$1,229

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Singapore Airlines

May 22

LAX

21h 20m

1 stop

KNO

Jun 3

KNO

27h 05m

1 stop

LAX

$1,252

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Singapore Airlines

Mar 5

SFO

31h 20m

1 stop

KNO

Mar 9

KNO

38h 00m

1 stop

SFO

$1,253

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Etihad Airways

Apr 22

ORD

28h 25m

1 stop

KNO

Apr 26

KNO

36h 10m

1 stop

ORD

$1,257

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Singapore Airlines

Apr 23

SFO

30h 30m

1 stop

KNO

Apr 27

KNO

27h 20m

1 stop

SFO

$1,258

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3:45 pm - 6:25 am

JFK

KNO

27h 40m1 stop

8:35 am - 9:00 am

KNO

JFK

35h 25m1 stop

$991Etihad Airways

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3

7:50 pm - 5:00 pm

JFK

KNO

34h 10m2 stops

6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

KNO

JFK

39h 30m2 stops

$1,053Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2

10:40 pm - 4:00 pm

JFK

KNO

30h 20m2 stops

8:35 am - 9:00 am

KNO

JFK

35h 25m1 stop

$1,058Etihad Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Wed, May 13

10:40 am - 6:20 pm

LAX

KNO

40h 40m2 stops

8:45 am - 6:50 am

KNO

LAX

37h 05m2 stops

$1,070Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 28

8:40 pm - 8:00 am

LAX

KNO

21h 20m1 stop

8:45 am - 9:50 pm

KNO

LAX

27h 05m1 stop

$1,252Singapore Airlines

Fri, May 22 - Wed, Jun 3

9:40 am - 8:00 am

SFO

KNO

31h 20m1 stop

8:50 am - 8:50 am

KNO

SFO

38h 00m1 stop

$1,253Singapore Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

8:05 pm - 8:30 am

IAD

KNO

48h 25m2 stops

9:20 am - 3:55 pm

KNO

IAD

42h 35m2 stops

$1,484Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

9:45 pm - 8:00 am

EWR

KNO

47h 15m2 stops

8:45 am - 8:15 pm

KNO

EWR

46h 30m2 stops

$1,571SWISS

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 4

9:45 pm - 8:00 am

EWR

KNO

47h 15m2 stops

8:45 am - 8:15 pm

KNO

EWR

46h 30m2 stops

$1,646SWISS

Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, May 4

11:30 pm - 8:30 am

MIA

KNO

45h 00m2 stops

4:50 pm - 9:50 am

KNO

MIA

29h 00m2 stops

$1,891Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 20

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkMedan

JFK - KNO

JFKKNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/24

3:45 pm-6:25 am

1 stop27h 40m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sun 5/3

8:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop35h 25m

$991

New YorkMedan

JFK - KNO

JFKKNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/25

7:50 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sat 5/2

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$1,053

New YorkMedan

JFK - KNO

JFKKNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/19

10:40 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Wed 5/13

8:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop35h 25m

$1,058

Los AngelesMedan

LAX - KNO

LAXKNO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

10:40 am-6:20 pm

2 stops40h 40m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sat 2/28

8:45 am-6:50 am

2 stops37h 05m

$1,070

Los AngelesMedan

LAX - KNO

LAXKNO

Los Angeles

Fri 5/22

8:40 pm-8:00 am

1 stop21h 20m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Wed 6/3

8:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,252

San FranciscoMedan

SFO - KNO

SFOKNO

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

9:40 am-8:00 am

1 stop31h 20m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Mon 3/9

8:50 am-8:50 am

1 stop38h 00m

$1,253

Washington, D.C.Medan

IAD - KNO

IADKNO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

8:05 pm-8:30 am

2 stops48h 25m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sun 3/8

9:20 am-3:55 pm

2 stops42h 35m

$1,484

NewarkMedan

EWR - KNO

EWRKNO

Newark

Thu 4/23

9:45 pm-8:00 am

2 stops47h 15m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Mon 5/4

8:45 am-8:15 pm

2 stops46h 30m

$1,571

NewarkMedan

EWR - KNO

EWRKNO

Newark

Fri 4/24

9:45 pm-8:00 am

2 stops47h 15m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Mon 5/4

8:45 am-8:15 pm

2 stops46h 30m

$1,646

MiamiMedan

MIA - KNO

MIAKNO

Miami

Thu 1/29

11:30 pm-8:30 am

2 stops45h 00m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Fri 2/20

4:50 pm-9:50 am

2 stops29h 00m

$1,891

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to North Sumatra?

The cheapest day to depart from United States to North Sumatra is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,184. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $1,335. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to North Sumatra.

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Summary info about North Sumatra flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$770
Best Round-Trip Price	$991
Fastest flight time	22h 05m

The best one-way flight price to North Sumatra from United States in the last 72 hours is $770 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Medan Kuala Namu Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to North Sumatra from United States in the last 72 hours is $991 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Medan Kuala Namu Intl).

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The fastest flight to North Sumatra from United States takes 22h 05m (Newark to Medan Kuala Namu Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to North Sumatra

What is the cheapest flight I can find to North Sumatra?

For prices as low as $33/pp, you can find flights to North Sumatra depending on where you are departing from. On average, flights to North Sumatra cost $110/pp.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Medan?

The majority of momondo users who fly to North Sumatra tend to spend time in Medan, which is visited 94% more often than other cities. When flying to Medan, the most popular airport to fly into is Medan Airport.

I plan on visiting Istana Maimun. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to Istana Maimun is Medan Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Siborong-Borong Airport.

What is the weather like in North Sumatra?

Temperatures in North Sumatra can vary between 78.8 °F and 80.6 °F based on the time of year. Typically, the coldest month in North Sumatra will be January, and the warmest month will be February. It is also worth noting that those looking to avoid rain and/or snow should consider traveling to North Sumatra in February, March, and January, as that is when precipitation is least likely.

What is the best day of the week to fly to North Sumatra?

Flying to North Sumatra on a Sunday or Friday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to North Sumatra is on a Wednesday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to North Sumatra?

Prices for flights to North Sumatra are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to North Sumatra?

The number of operators available for flights to North Sumatra is 10 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to North Sumatra?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to North Sumatra.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to North Sumatra?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to North Sumatra can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at North Sumatra. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to North Sumatra?

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Can I find flights to North Sumatra with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to North Sumatra to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to North Sumatra?

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I’m not ready to book a flight to North Sumatra right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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