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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 6:50 am
• Latest: departs at 9:03 pm and lands at 9:53 pm.

The flight takes about 50m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona takes 50m, covering 164 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona range from $145 to $189, with an average of $165 over the past 12 months. Anything below $145 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $165 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $165 round-trip, compared to $180 via a layover through Kahului (OGG).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$60 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 717-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Honolulu to Kailua-Kona flights, with 53% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 24%, evening flights for 19%, and night flights for 4%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $138 to $955. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Honolulu to Kailua-Kona route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $69, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Honolulu to Kailua-Kona route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 28m.

Most connecting flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona pass through Kahului (OGG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $150 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $178, a difference of $28.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Honolulu and Kailua-Kona. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Southwest

Among airlines operating Honolulu to Kailua-Kona flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• Hawaiian Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, information desks are located throughout the terminal complex at Kona International Airport (KOA). Staffed by the Visitor Information Program, they provide information on the airport, local attractions, nearby hotels and other tourist-related matters. They are open daily from 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Travelers can drive from Kona International Airport (KOA) to the city center in 10 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The Hele-On Bus also operates a very limited service between the airport and Kailua-Kona town.

Yes, HNL has a parking garage for travelers leaving for KOA. The parking spaces are a few steps from the terminals. The parking area operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week and vehicles can be left there for up to 30 days.

HNL has nursing suites and mothers’ restrooms. Lactation pods provide a private, comfortable and convenient space for breastfeeding or pumping and there are seven accessible family or unisex, restrooms.

Hawaii law requires children ages 2 to 4 to be properly secured in rear-facing or forward-facing car seats with harnesses. Travelers renting cars at KOA should make sure children are buckled in at all times.

Yes, specific requirements, such as health certifications, depend on the airline. Pets typically must remain restrained in their kennels throughout the journey.

At Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Terminal 1 has the Hawaiian Airlines Premier Club Lounge and The Plumeria Lounge. Terminal 2 also has several lounges, including the American Airlines Admirals Club, the IASS Hawaii Lounge and the United Club.

Yes. Flight Deck Business Center locations in Terminals 2 and 3 sell travel accessories, electronics, office and art supplies, cell phone accessories, Crocs footwear and Hawaiian Airlines logo merchandise. Hours vary by location: daily 7:00 am to 2:30 pm, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm or 7:30 am to 7:30 pm.