Major city · Indonesia
Binjai
One day is enough for Binjai: see the Tugu Perjuangan, Great Mosque and Setia Buddha Vihara, then grab a bite and head back.
Binjai is a small North Sumatran city with a handful of historic sites and a river for rafting. Its attractions are close together, so a single day covers the highlights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- May–September
- avoid December–January (heavy rain)
- Airport
- KNO
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 6Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Indonesia ↗Buy the visa on arrival or e-visa only on the official Immigration portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Indonesia ↗Complete the All Indonesia digital arrival and customs form before landing; it is free.
- Indonesia ↗Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off tourist levy; keep the payment proof on your phone.
- Indonesia ↗Riding a motorbike needs a valid licence that covers motorbikes (an international permit alongside your own) and a helmet; check your insurance covers it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Binjai110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Binjai, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; petty theft can occur in crowded markets – keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 112 General emergency · 118 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKNO Kualanamu International Airport (about 40 km (25 mi) north, 1 h by taxi or bus).KNO Kualanamu International Airport (about 25 mi (40 km) north, 1 h by taxi or bus).
- Getting aroundUse becak (three‑wheel motorbike) for short trips and Angkot minibusses for longer routes; both are cheap and frequent.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet food (nasi goreng, satay)Rp10,000–Rp25,000
- Budget bedCapsule or hostel bed, a night, per personRp50,000
- Mid-range bedDouble room (2 people), a night, per roomRp200,000
- High-end bedDouble room (2 people), a night, per roomRp350,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp150,000 · Mid Rp250,000 · High Rp400,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KNO Kualanamu International Airport (about 40 km (25 mi) north, 1 h by taxi or bus)KNO Kualanamu International Airport (about 25 mi (40 km) north, 1 h by taxi or bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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May
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Jun
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Jul
Best
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Aug
Best
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Sep
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
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Nov
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Dec
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Jan. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jun (16 rain days), driest Jan (12). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Binjai: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Apr
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25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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May
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25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Sep
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25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Oct
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25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Nov
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Use becak (three‑wheel motorbike) for short trips and Angkot minibusses for longer routes; both are cheap and frequent.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bukit Lawang
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Bus from Binjai terminal, about 68 km (42 mi) westBus from Binjai terminal, about 42 mi (68 km) west
Gateway to Gunung Leuser National Park for orangutan trekking.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Binjai Supermall area
several budget hotels nearby; check availability
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp150,000–250,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp250,000–400,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp400,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Capsule or hostel bed1 × 1 night × Rp50,000 | Rp50,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × Rp150,000 | Rp150,000 |
| Becak ride (short trip)1 × Rp5,000 | Rp5,000 |
| Angkot fare (city travel)1 × Rp3,000 | Rp3,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp21,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp229,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp229,000≈ US$14 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Street food (nasi goreng, satay) | Rp10,000–Rp25,000 |
| Becak ride (5 km) | Rp5,000–Rp8,000 |
| Angkot fare (city) | Rp3,000–Rp5,000 |
| Bingai River rafting (half‑day) | Rp150,000–Rp250,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic can be congested around market hours; allow extra travel time.
- Rafting on the Bingai River is seasonal; check local operators for availability.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General emergency
- 112
- Ambulance
- 118
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Emergency
- Police110
- General emergency112
- Ambulance118
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Binjai → Bukit Lawang bus: about Rp30,000, 1.5 h
- Becak short ride: about Rp6,000
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Binjai. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–September · avoid December–January (heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Medan for more city options.
- Combine Binjai with a Lake Toba itinerary for a longer North Sumatra loop.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Binjai
- secondaryWikivoyage: Binjai, revision 4951988 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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