Palembang Al Islam Muhammad Cheng Ho Mosque Main Gate - Palembang, SS (15 Dec. 2021), Palembang — flights from Medan to Palembang
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Flights from Medan to Palembang

Flying time from Medan (MES) to Palembang (PLM) is about 1h 44m (982 km).

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Frequently asked questions — Medan to Palembang flights

How long is the flight from Medan to Palembang?
Medan (MES) and Palembang (PLM) are 982 km apart, about 1h 44m of flying time. We have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair, so expect to connect, which adds to the total journey time.
How far is Medan from Palembang by air?
The great-circle distance between Soewondo Air Force Base and Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport is 982 km (610 miles), a short-haul route.
Do I need a visa to travel from Indonesia to Palembang?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Palembang visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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