Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC): what you need to know
The timezone in Manado is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to MDC flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is a popular stopover on the SYD to MDC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
$343 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport flight. Return flights start at $540. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to MDC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that take off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
Reserve a hotel near MDC if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sam Ratulangi International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to central Manado
Sam Ratulangi International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Manado. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Manado based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Manado is September, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
March sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to MDC around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
Gorontalo is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Manado. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include KAYRA PRIVATE POOL AND RESTO, Bele le uyun and Puncak Dumbo.
Around 290 kilometres east of Manado, Ternate is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience major highlights starting with Fort Tolukko, Sulamadaha beach and Kalamata Fort.
