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$358+ Cheap flights to Sumatra

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KNO
27 Jun — 4 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sumatra in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sumatra
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sumatra. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 May 2026.

Sun 23/813:00
SYD
-
PDG
1 stop25h 55m
Scoot
Mon 31/812:35
PDG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 23/5$581
Mon 26/1020:05
SYD
-
KNO
1 stop23h 45m
Scoot
Sun 1/1116:35
KNO
-
SYD
1 stop22h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 26/5$609
Mon 27/713:00
SYD
-
KNO
1 stop29h 15m
Scoot
Sun 16/816:00
KNO
-
SYD
1 stop24h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 27/5$620
Fri 24/713:00
SYD
-
PDG
1 stop25h 55m
Scoot
Mon 27/712:35
PDG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 24/5$628
Mon 27/713:00
SYD
-
KNO
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/816:00
KNO
-
SYD
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$645
Sun 23/813:00
SYD
-
PDG
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/812:35
PDG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$647
Fri 24/713:00
SYD
-
PDG
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/712:35
PDG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$732
Wed 27/513:00
SYD
-
PDG
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/612:35
PDG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$753
Mon 23/1114:20
SYD
-
KNO
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/1213:55
KNO
-
SYD
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$827
Mon 26/1014:20
SYD
-
KNO
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/1118:00
KNO
-
SYD
2 stops15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$862
Mon 5/1021:35
SYD
-
KNO
1 stop21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1006:55
KNO
-
SYD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$940
Wed 19/822:15
SYD
-
KNO
1 stop14h 25m
Batik Air
Sun 23/806:55
KNO
-
SYD
1 stop21h 20m
Batik Air
Deal found 26/5$953

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Return from

$609

One-way from

$451

Popular in

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Cheapest in

July

Average price

$799
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/10-1/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 00m total
  • Sydney to Medan
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  • 12/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 00m total
  • Sydney to Sumatra
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyPadang

SYD - PDG

SYDPDG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

13:00-11:55

1 stop25h 55m

Padang Tabing

Mon 31/8

12:35-19:20

1 stop27h 45m

$581

SydneyPadang

SYD - PDG

SYDPDG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

13:00-11:55

1 stop25h 55m

Padang Tabing

Mon 27/7

12:35-19:20

1 stop27h 45m

$628

SydneyMedan

SYD - KNO

SYDKNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/7

13:00-16:35

2 stops30h 35m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sun 16/8

16:00-19:20

1 stop24h 20m

$645

SydneyPadang

SYD - PDG

SYDPDG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

20:35-11:55

1 stop18h 20m

Padang Tabing

Mon 31/8

12:35-18:10

2 stops26h 35m

$726

SydneyMedan

SYD - KNO

SYDKNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/10

14:20-08:55

2 stops22h 35m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sun 1/11

16:40-13:05

2 stops16h 25m

$942
Fastest return journey

SydneyMedan

SYD - KNO

SYDKNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/8

22:15-09:40

1 stop14h 25m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sun 23/8

06:55-07:15

1 stop21h 20m

$949

SydneyPadang

SYD - PDG

SYDPDG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/6

20:50-07:30

1 stop13h 40m

Padang Tabing

Tue 30/6

16:25-19:35

1 stop24h 10m

$952

SydneyMedan

SYD - KNO

SYDKNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/10

21:35-15:15

1 stop21h 40m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Sun 11/10

08:50-06:55

2 stops18h 05m

$974

SydneyMedan

SYD - KNO

SYDKNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/6

20:35-15:15

1 stop21h 40m

Medan Kuala Namu Intl

Tue 30/6

08:50-07:15

2 stops43h 25m

$1,107

SydneyBandar Lampung

SYD - TKG

SYDTKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

11:40-13:25

1 stop28h 45m

Bandar Lampung Radin Inten II

Sun 6/9

14:10-07:10

2 stops38h 00m

$1,299

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sumatra

How long is the flight to Sumatra?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Sumatra takes 18 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Sumatra from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sumatra?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Sumatra are Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Garuda Indonesia.

Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
From $467
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $677
Garuda Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia
From $809
AirAsia
AirAsia
From $344

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sumatra?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Sumatra are Scoot, Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Sumatra by month

Plan your trip to Sumatra by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sumatra ranges from 80.0 - 270.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 270.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sumatra when rainfall is around 80.0 mm.

Temperature in Sumatra by month

Plan your trip to Sumatra by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sumatra, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sumatra?

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Sumatra. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sumatra

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sumatra. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sumatra. Reviews last updated 28 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Garuda Indonesia, andMalaysia Airlines to Indonesia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Garuda Indonesia
8.0
Very Good
90 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
309 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

FAQs about flying to Sumatra

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sumatra if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sumatra on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sumatra?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Scoot is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sumatra.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sumatra depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sumatra, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Medan Kuala Namu Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Medan Kuala Namu Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Medan Kuala Namu Intl?

    Yes. Medan Kuala Namu Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Anara Sky Kualanamu Hotel is the closest property to Medan Kuala Namu Intl (0.0 km away from Medan Kuala Namu Intl).

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