How to find cheap flights to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
Right now, $606 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Sam Ratulangi International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to MDC for $1,359.
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Don't put things off until the last minute. You're more likely to get the lowest price on tickets to Manado, where Sam Ratulangi International Airport is located, if you book early. Airlines tend to offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Best time to go to Manado
The cheapest month to take off on a flight to Manado is typically May.
To find the cheapest month or even day for flights to MDC, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
January is the most popular month for flights to MDC. Go then if you're eager to explore Manado in full swing.
The quietest time of the year to travel is December. Book your plane tickets to Manado then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break your vacation, so consider the kind of conditions you enjoy traveling in. Manado is warmest in September, with averages of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Temperatures are at their lowest in February, when they range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
September is when you're least likely to need an umbrella. With 14 days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Manado.
The wettest time of year is January. Visit then and you can expect to get around 23 days of rainfall.
Traveling to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Sam Ratulangi International Airport, these major airlines make traveling to Manado a breeze:
If you want to jet away with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your MDC plane ticket with AirAsia. Up to 90% of its flights into this airport land when expected.
When you step off the plane at MDC, you'll be in the UTC+8 timezone.
Eager to get some sleep after your flight to MDC? These hotels close to Sam Ratulangi International Airport offer the perfect place to kick back and relax:
Sam Ratulangi International Airport is known for its punctual performance, with up to 83% of outbound flights landing when they should. That's good news whether you're flying out to continue your trip or to get home.
Getting to central Manado from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
MDC is about 13 kilometers from central Manado.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to MDC, it'll take around 25 minutes to get to the center.
Expect the trip to take about 40 minutes on public transport.
If you'd love to stay near all the action in Manado, unpack your suitcase at one of these comfortable options:
Manado highlights
Step off your flight to Manado and make your way to these well-known attractions:
Rumah Alam Manado Adventure Park: Offering a classic introduction to the city's highlights, this landmark is around 5 kilometers east of the center.
Pantai Karangria: Looking for more reasons to visit Manado? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 5 kilometers north of the city center.
How to get to Tondano from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
The nearby city of Tondano is about 40 kilometers from MDC. Heading to the center by cab or ride-share will take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Traveling from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Tomohon
Tomohon is about 27 kilometers from Sam Ratulangi International Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
It'll take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so to drive to Tomohon.
Explore more of Indonesia
Craving more adventure? Gorontalo is a must-do while you're in Indonesia. It's around 241 kilometers southwest of Manado and features Botubarani Beach, Oluhuta Beach and Baiturrahim Great Mosque.
Another city in Indonesia that could easily become a favorite is Ternate. From Manado, it's around 290 kilometers east and offers top sights like Sulamadaha beach and Masjid Raya Al Munawwar Ternate. Work in a visit to Lake Tolire Kecil too.
