Kualanamu International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
KNO
ICAO Code
WIMM
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Kualanamu (Medan) is the international airport serving Medan and North Sumatra. The modern airport replaced the older city airport and includes a main passenger terminal designed for both domestic and international operations.

A key feature is an airport rail link that connects the terminal to Medan city stations; road access and car/ taxi services are also available.

Kualanamu International Airport
Elevation: 7 m
3.6378, 98.8706

Terminal Guide for Kualanamu International Airport #

Kualanamu has a single main passenger terminal where check‑in, arrivals and gates are housed within one building, simplifying connections between domestic and international flights.

Transfers within the passenger terminal are by walking; landside access to rail and road transport is immediate outside the terminal.

Getting to and From Kualanamu International Airport #

The airport rail link provides a reliable connection to Medan city; road journeys by taxi or car are also commonly used with travel times dependent on traffic.

  • Airport Rail Link: Direct service to Medan city stations - generally faster and more predictable than road transport during peak times.
  • Taxis / ride‑share: Taxis and app‑based ride services operate; use official ranks for safety.
  • Buses / shuttles: Local buses and private shuttles serve the airport.
  • Driving: The airport sits outside Medan - expect 30-60 minutes to central areas depending on traffic.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Kualanamu Airport #

The terminal offers standard passenger amenities: food outlets, duty‑free for international travellers, airline lounges and basic traveler services.

  • Lounges: Airline and paid lounges located in departures.
  • Food & drink: Combination of sit‑down and quick‑service outlets inside the terminal.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi generally available; charging ports at gates and seating areas.
  • Accessibility: Accessible routes and assistance available - arrange with your airline as needed.

Tips for Kualanamu International Airport #

  • Take the airport rail link to Medan for a predictable trip into the city - it’s faster than road transport during peak hours.
  • Have small rupiah notes for taxis and small purchases when you arrive; card acceptance is limited outside larger hotels and malls.

Weather & Climate near Kualanamu International Airport #

Climate

Kualanamu International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2348 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 78 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryNovemberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

February

February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

169 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

205 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

164 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (204 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

204 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (302 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

302 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

331 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (261 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

261 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

205 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

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