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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
35%Trains in Medan are 35% cheaper than in Penang.
Penang$0.71
Medan$0.46
MealMid-priced restaurant
37%A meal in Medan is 37% cheaper than a meal in Penang.
Penang$4.46
Medan$2.79
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
21%A taxi fare in Medan is 21% cheaper than in Penang.
Penang$1.07
Medan$0.84
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
40%Coffee in Medan is 40% cheaper than in Penang.
Penang$4.48
Medan$2.67
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 10832.53 IDR
1 IDR = 0.01 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 22/05
Distance: 265 kms
Penang airports
Penang International (PEN)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Medan airports
Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)How far from city centre: 3 kms

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When do you want to depart from Penang? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Medan. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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Frequently asked questions about flights from Penang to Medan

How long does the flight take to go from Penang to Medan?
The total flight time between Penang and Medan is of around 00:51 hours on average, considering an average distance of 261 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Penang to Medan at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Penang to Medan is $36. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Medan expensive to visit compared to Penang?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Medan costs an average of 0.84 AUD, 21% cheaper than Penang, with a fare of 1.07 AUD,

while train tickets costs 35% less in Medan: 0.46 AUD against 0.71 AUD in Penang.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 2.79 AUD in Medan, 37% less than the 4.46 AUD in Penang.

The price of the coffee is around 40% cheaper in Medan, with an average of 2.67 AUD, while in Penang the coffee costs 4.48 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Penang to Medan?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Indonesia may apply when travelling from Penang. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Medan compared to Penang?
While in Penang the temperatures can reach an average of 33.58 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Medan's temperatures can go up to 34.44 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 19.82 ºC in Medan, compared to the 21.83 ºC average degrees reported in Penang. During the winter period, Penang can register 3 mm precipitation, while Medan have an average of 3 mm rain level.

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