On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Balikpapan to Medan. Flights between these cities cover a distance of approximately 2,092 km and operate with a frequency of about once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by Lion Air (JT). Ticket prices are dynamic, so to choose the best departure time, use the low-price calendar and the price trend chart provided below.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Balikpapan — Medan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 604 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,027 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Balikpapan → Medan, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 671 | medium | May | AED 717 | high | Sep | AED 615 | low |
| Feb | AED 680 | medium | Jun | AED 717 | high | Oct | AED 671 | medium |
| Mar | AED 680 | medium | Jul | AED 717 | high | Nov | AED 582 | low |
| Apr | AED 727 | high | Aug | AED 717 | high | Dec | AED 624 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Medan is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking at 31.5°C in July. The wettest months are November and December, when rainfall exceeds 370 mm per month and the number of rainy days reaches 30.
The most affordable month to fly is October, with prices starting AED 604. April sees the highest increase in ticket costs, starting AED 1,027.
September is considered an optimal time for a trip, with prices starting AED 623, allowing you to avoid the peak of the rainy season. It is recommended to avoid traveling in November due to the extreme amount of precipitation.
Flights from Balikpapan to Medan are operated by Lion Air (JT), the primary carrier on this route. There is approximately one flight per week, with both direct and connecting flight options available. You can find the detailed schedule and departure dates in the list below.
Flights Balikpapan — Medan depart from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport and arrive at Kuala Namu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,092 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2.5–3 hours; however, connecting flights can take significantly longer.
Regular flights between these cities are provided by Lion Air (JT).
All flights on this route arrive at Medan International Airport (MES). Check in advance for information on how to get from the airport to your accommodation.
Ticket prices are not fixed and depend on the departure date. The current minimum offers are displayed in the low-price calendar on this page.
The most favorable fares are usually available when purchased 1–2 months before departure. Use the price monitoring tools on the website to find the best dates.
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