Al-Osmani Mosque, Medan, Indonesia, Medan — flights from Jakarta to Medan
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Flights from Jakarta to Medan

Flying time from Jakarta (CGK) to Medan (MES) is about 2h 15m (1,395 km).

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When you land in Medan

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Jakarta to Medan

We have not confirmed which airlines fly CGK–MES nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

Jakarta to Medan fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $72 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$7231 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$814 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$12614 Dec 2026—
Mar 2027$12711 Mar 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $72 in October 2026, against $126 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Jakarta to Medan, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Medan

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The dry season (April–October) is best for Bali, Lombok, and Komodo. Heavy rains hit Java and Sumatra from November–March, though Sulawesi's seasons vary by region.

Peak season: April – October

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Frequently asked questions — Jakarta to Medan flights

How long is the flight from Jakarta to Medan?
Jakarta (CGK) and Medan (MES) are 1,395 km apart, about 2h 15m 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 Jakarta from Medan by air?
The great-circle distance between Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Soewondo Air Force Base is 1,395 km (867 miles), a medium-haul route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Jakarta to Medan?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $72 one-way, against $127 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Indonesia to Indonesia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Indonesia 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.
What is the best time to visit Medan?
The dry season (April–October) is best for Bali, Lombok, and Komodo. Heavy rains hit Java and Sumatra from November–March, though Sulawesi's seasons vary by region.

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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