Overview
Set in Indonesia, Binjai is a large city.
It is home to around 279,000 people.
On the map it sits in Asia, in the northern hemisphere.
Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) is the closest airport, roughly 43 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Population | 279,302 |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
| Nearest airport | Kualanamu International Airport (KNO), 43 km |
| Currency | IDR |
Where Binjai is
Binjai sits in Indonesia, in the northern part of Asia.
Medan lies about 20 km to the east, Percut lies about 42 km to the east and Sunggal lies about 15 km to the east.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Kualanamu International Airport (KNO), roughly 43 km away.
Alternative gateways include Alas Leuser Airport (LSR, 73 km).
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Getting around
Buses and taxis get you around, and the centre is compact enough to explore on foot. If you drive, remember traffic here keeps to the left.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly equatorial (northern hemisphere): warm and humid all year, with wetter and drier spells rather than true seasons; the drier months are easiest for sightseeing.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Binjai is worth your time: a large city with the range of places to stay, eat and go out that its size brings; a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through KNO.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Medan (20 km to the east); Percut (42 km to the east); Sunggal (15 km to the east); Belawan (29 km to the north-east); Deli Tua (24 km to the south-east).
Good to know
The currency is the IDR (Rupiah).
The main language spoken is Indonesian.
Clocks run on Asia/Jakarta time.
Traffic drives on the left.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Journeys through here
Where to stay in Binjai
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Getting around Binjai
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Binjai?
- Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) is the closest airport, about 43 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Binjai?
- There is no single best season; pick the drier months for easier sightseeing.
- What is near Binjai?
- Medan is one of the closest places, about 20 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Binjai in?
- Binjai is in Indonesia.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.