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The airports in Medan is one of the main access points to the island of Sumatra, connecting major cities in Indonesia as well as across the country. Medan is the main entrance to interesting destinations on the island of Sumatra. Airports is where airplanes make landings and takeoffs. Medan is the largest metropolitan city in Sumatra and has several airports to facilitate tourists or travelers.

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Medan, the capital of North Sumatra, is one of the entrances to Lake Toba through Kuala Namu airport. In addition, there are other airports that you can use as alternatives for your trip such as Silangit Airport which is closer to Lake Toba. Here’s a list of airports in Medan and their locations:

• 1. Kuala Namu International Airport

Kuala Namu Airport is a source of pride for the people of Medan. The reason is, this airport is very amazing and luxurious. The airport in Medan, which is an international airport, owned by PT Angkasa Pura II and managed by Angkasa Pura Aviation. The airport opened and began operating on July 25, 2013. Kuala Namu International Airport also has a train station that connects the airport to the city of Medan, making it easier for passengers to get from the city to the airport.

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Because of its beauty which is one of the attractions especially for Medan Deli Serdang residents, many visitors to Kuala Namu Airport come just to experience the beauty of this International Airport, instead of using airplane services from one city to another. Airport lounges with Kuala Namu Airport Code (IATA: KNO, ICAO: WIMM) have also been established in large numbers; various types of fashion lounges, souvenirs, and restaurants are built stylishly and neatly, with good service. These lounges will certainly help executive and economy travelers to better enjoy their time at Kuala Namu Airport. The most significant aspect is that these facilities can benefit both foreign and domestic travelers.

Kuala Namu Airport is well located and quite strategic. The transfer of Polonia Airport to Kuala Namu will have a significant impact on western aviation. Kuala Namu will probably become the main hub for aircraft in the western region, connecting countries in the Middle East and the United States. Regionally, neighboring countries such as Singapore and Malaysia are also very close to Kuala Namu airport.

The most beneficial location of Kuala Namu Airport is the presence of supporting airports such as those in Pekanbaru, Batam, and Banda Aceh. The presence of airports in these cities will most likely lead to the expansion of Kuala Namu Airport. On the other hand, this airport will have an impact on economic growth in the Kuala Namu area as well as the smooth operation of the government which will certainly have Kuala Namu’s support.

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• 2. Silangit International Airport

Silangit Airport is an international airport located in Siborong-borong, North Tapanuli, North Sumatra. The runway of this airport in Medan measures 2,400 m x 30 m. The distance of Silangit airport from the city center is about 7 kilometers. Silangit Airport was established during the Japanese colonial period. Reconstruction of the airport began in 1995 with the addition of a 900-meter runway from the existing 1,400-meter runway. President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono immediately launched the operation of Silangit Airport in March 2005, and since then the construction of the airport began in earnest.

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Silangit Airport finally had a 2,400-meter runway in 2011, and is planned to be extended in 2015 to 3,800 by 45 meters (12,467 feet x 148 feet), allowing wide-body aircraft to land regularly. On January 18, 2011, the President of Indonesia and his entourage flew into Silangit Airport on a Boeing 737-500. With the President’s presence, it was announced that Silangit Airport can now serve A320neo, A320, A330, B737 Next Generation, and MAX class aircraft.

Silangit Airport is now the only class IV airport in Indonesia with the same facilities and service capabilities as class II airports. On December 14, 2012, the government officially handed over the operational administration of Silangit Airport to PT Angkasa Pura II through the Ministry of Transportation. As a result, the airport’s status changed from UPT airport to commercial airport.

Silangit Airport was also upgraded to accommodate the influx of tourists visiting Lake Toba and other Tapanuli locations. In addition to the very luxurious airport facilities, there is one spot that we can enjoy and visit around the airport. Huta Ginjang, about half an hour from Silangit Airport, is a great place to see the view of Lake Toba from above. This site is at an altitude of 1,555 meters above sea level. The air is refreshing, and the view is breathtaking. Taber Prayer Hill was also built at this location for spiritual tour.

The growth of tourism and the welfare of people living around Lake Toba will certainly benefit from the presence of Silangit International Airport. The vast expansion of Silangit International Airport in North Tapanuli has been a boon to the people of the Lake Toba region. Consider how the flow of tourists to Lake Toba has increased. This will certainly boost the economic sector of the surrounding community and become the main key in advancing tourism in the region.

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• 3. Sibisa Airport

Sibisa Airport is an airports in Medan, more precisely the Sibisa International Airport which is located in Ajibata District, Toba Regency, North Sumatra. This airport was developed by the Ministry of Transportation or the Ministry of Transportation with a runway length of up to 1,200 x 30 meters.

The airports in Medan, North Sumatra, such as Sibisa Airport, began officially operating on November 15, 2006. The inaugural flight was Susi Air with the flight route Medan – Sibisa. However, Susi Air’s flight to Sibisa only lasted until February 2007.

Sibisa Airport is the closest international airport from Parapat, it only takes about 20 minutes by road, the road access is also easy, already wide and also smooth. When compared to other airports, flight access to Lake Toba through the airport is certainly much faster, which only requires travel time of about 10 kilometers.

The air travel was carried out by Aviastar Airlines, with a flight route from Binaka Airport – Gunung Sitoli to Sibisa Airport, once a week. At that time the inaugural flight was carried out on Friday only. It is hoped that Sibisa Airport will be able to attract more flights in the future. Lake Toba tourism is also expected to continue to grow.

Meanwhile, if from the airport to The Kaldera Toba, the trip only takes approximately 5 minutes. Later the visitors will be directly escorted directly to the gate of The Kaldera. The Kaldera, which is an area of the Sibisa Authority Zone, tourists can immediately enjoy the beauty of the view of Lake Toba, with a very thick outdoor atmosphere.

As for the attractions closest to Sibisa Airport are Parapat, The Kaldera Toba Nomadic Escape, Sibisa Cultivation Village, and also Gibeon Hill. In the surroundings can also be found various hotels or accommodations that are good and comfortable to stay. Currently, the government continues to develop Sibisa which is a pioneer airport. Over the time, its flight routes will certainly increase depending on market potential.

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• 4. Aek Godang Airport

Aek Godang Airport is one of the potential airports in Medan. Aek Godang Airport is located in North Padang Lawas City, precisely in Janji Manahan, Batang Onang District, North Padang Lawas, North Sumatra. There are 2 airlines, including Citilink and Wings Air. Actually, this airport was established because if from Medan City via land travel, it takes 10 to 11 hours. So the presence of this airport will greatly facilitate this.

As the information, that the name Aek Godang itself is the name of one of the villages located in Hulu Sihapas District, North Padang Lawas, North Sumatra Province. With this Aek Godang Airport, later local residents who need to go to Medan City or from Medan City for business, education, and others will be easier and faster to get to their destination. The airport is also expected by other communities to be able to serve direct flights Aek Godang – Jakarta.

Over the time, the runway at Aek Godang Airport was constructed a few more meters, so that it could support the realization of direct flight services Aek Godang – Jakarta and otherwise. The presence of the airport, which has now become a pride and landmark of Tabagsel, has such an important value for the 5 districts and cities around there.

With a variety of natural potential found in North Padang Lawas Regency, the airports in Medan, North Sumatra or Aek Godang Airport is also expected to help in terms of the economy, namely through the ease of accessing a tourist location by air, which of course can be faster and safer.

Until now, the airport located in North Padang Lawas City, or Aek Godang Airport, has always continued to be developed in order to provide the best air travel experience for the community. Voices from the local community regarding the development or facilities at Aek Godang Airport are always captured as a positive energy in improving the quality in the future.

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• 5. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport

Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport is an airport in Medan located in Pinangsori District, Central Tapanuli Regency, North Sumatra Province. Named as Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport, according to the name of the Indonesian National hero who came from North Sumatra Province. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport is a class 3 airport with an area of about 183.03 Ha, and also the length of the runway is 2260 m x 30 m.

The location of this airport is approximately 40 km from the Sibolga City area. Can be the right solution for people who later want to travel by air from Sibolga City to Medan or from Medan to Sibolga City. Because previously the distance traveled by land could be up to half a day, the Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport will certainly be very helpful and facilitate people who want to travel to Medan in just minutes.

Please note, that this airport is able to land Airbus A320, Boeing 737 Classic and also Next Generation, Fokker F-28 or similar types of aircraft. This airport can also accommodate ATR 72 aircraft which is a type of medium class passenger aircraft. In addition, even airlines such as Garuda Indonesia have also begun to operate at Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport, with the aim of being able to connect the community to the government with various destinations.

As for Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport, the new terminal building was inaugurated in February 2013, precisely on the 22nd by the Director General of Air Transportation of the Ministry of Transportation. The terminal building for domestic passengers at Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport was previously only about 300 m2, but after the construction of the new domestic terminal building, the area has now increased to 733 m2, not including the VVIP room of the Regional Government.

Regarding the increase in terminal capacity, it is one of the efforts to accelerate infrastructure development in Central Tapanuli Regency. Which in the end is expected to continue to encourage increased regional economic growth and in the context of improving public services.

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That’s a list of airports in Medan for you to get to know to make it easier for you to choose the closest flight route to your destination.