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M A N D A I L I N G N A T A L, 8 July 2026 — Good news for the people of North Sumatra. Traveling to Mandailing Natal (Madina) is now easier with the launch of Wings Air's new direct service connecting Kualanamu International Airport, Medan (KNO) and Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN) on a round-trip basis.

This new service is more than just an additional transportation option. For the people of Mandailing Natal, traveling to the provincial capital is now faster and more convenient. At the same time, visitors from across Indonesia and abroad can now reach Mandailing Natal more easily for tourism, business, family visits, official travel, and many other purposes.

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Effective 1 August 2026

As an intra–North Sumatra route, this service strengthens regional connectivity within the province while providing broader access through Kualanamu International Airport, one of Indonesia's key gateway airports.

Via Medan Kualanamu, passengers traveling to and from Mandailing Natal can conveniently connect to numerous domestic and international destinations, including:

• Jakarta ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Gunungsitoli ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Banda Aceh ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Batam ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Pekanbaru ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Jambi ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Padang ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Yogyakarta ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Surabaya ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Penang ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Kuala Lumpur ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Singapore ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)
• Jeddah ⇄ Medan Kualanamu ⇄ Jenderal Besar Abdul Haris Nasution Airport, Mandailing Natal (JHN)

With improved air connectivity, Mandailing Natal is well-positioned to unlock greater economic and tourism potential. The region's natural attractions, rich cultural heritage, culinary experiences, plantation industry, and trade opportunities can now reach a wider audience. At the same time, local communities will enjoy easier access to government services, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and economic centers in other cities.

The route is operated using the ATR 72, a modern turboprop aircraft configured with 72 all-economy seats. Designed specifically for efficient regional point-to-point operations, the ATR 72 is ideally suited to connect cities and regencies with major aviation hubs while providing a comfortable travel experience.

To make every journey even more convenient, customers can use the BookCabin app. Through a single platform, passengers can book flights, complete online check-in, select additional travel services, and manage their travel plans with greater ease.

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