Medan travel guide
Medan Tourism | Medan Guide
You're Going to Love Medan
With a population of 1.75 million, Medan is the largest city in North Sumatra, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Medan to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Medan
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Medan in February, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 270 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Medan, with an average rainfall of 80 mm.
How to Get to Medan
Plane
When flying to Medan, you’ll arrive at Medan Kuala Namu Intl (KNO), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Malaysia to Medan include AirAsia, Garuda Indonesia and Batik Air. The shortest flight to Medan from Malaysia departs from Penang and takes around 50m.
Airports near Medan
Airlines serving Medan
Where to stay in Medan
From 5-star hotels such as the JW Marriott Hotel Medan to great affordable options like the Adimulia Hotel Medan, Medan offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 104 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 310 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Medan
Most booked hotels in Medan
Hiring a car in Medan
Hiring a car in Medan costs RM 251 per day, on average.
Expect to pay RM 4.40 per litre in Medan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 52.74 and RM 70.32. The most frequently booked car type in Medan is Intermediate (Toyota Avanza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 22% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.