Sumatra Vacation (Flight + Hotel)

Q: Should I book a car while on vacation in Sumatra?

A: Many travelers like to use public transportation or ride-sharing when they're staying in Medan or Palembang. It's an excellent way of avoiding expensive parking fees and having to navigate through challenging city traffic. But if you plan to head out and experience the region of North Sumatra or elsewhere, you may like to think about booking a set of wheels. Get your scenic road trip adventure off to a terrific start by taking a look at our handy guide to Cheap Car Hire in Sumatra.

Q: Which airports can I fly in to for a vacation to Sumatra?

A: That all depends on where you're wanting to start your vacation in Sumatra. These are the airports that service the majority of flights into and out of the country:

• Pekanbaru Airport (PKU-Sultan Syarif Qasim II Intl.): 160 international flights per month.
• Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ-Sultan Iskandarmuda): 107 international flights per month.
• Padang Airport (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.): 96 international flights per month.

Q: What are the most popular types of hotels for a vacation to Sumatra?

A: Sumatra has lots of options for travelers on all budgets. If you're looking for a break from the everyday, there are plenty of hotels. Guest houses, hostels and hotel resorts are also popular places to stay.

Q: What does a vacation booking with Expedia include?

A: Flight and car. Flight and hotel. Hotel and car. Car, hotel and flight. You get the gist. You can lock in as much or as little as you like, all at the same time. To squeeze the most out of your time away, browse our attractions and experiences too.

Q: What is the best way to save money on my vacation to Sumatra?

A: Save money (and time) by bundling your bookings with us. From Rental Cars to Hotels, Expedia has everything you need for a memorable Sumatra adventure. The more you sort out now, the more you stand to save. You'll also have less to worry about when you hit the ground in your destination.

Q: What are the best things to do in Sumatra?

A: To start things off, you could check out Private Mini MPV: Kualanamu Airport (KNO) and Private Minibus: Kualanamu Airport (KNO) - Bohorok. If you're staying in Medan for an extra day or two, Private Compact MPV: Kualanamu Airport (KNO) - Bohorok is another favorite among travelers.

If in Palembang, you'll enjoy yourself at Al-Qur'an Al-Akbar and Pulau Kemaro Pagoda. Al-Munawar Arab Village is also an in-demand choice.

Last but not least, if Bandar Lampung is your only stop, we suggest you swing past Krakatau Monument, Sampenan Beach and Thay Hin Bio Temple.

*Savings based on all vacation package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.com from January through December 2020, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages. For Free Flight or 100% Off Flight deals, package savings is greater than or equal to the current cost of one component, when both are priced separately.