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Cheapest round-trip
$410
Typical prices: $572-$829
American Airlines
Sun 2/18Tue 2/27
IAH - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$388
Typical prices: $309-$414
Southwest
Mon 10/1
HOU - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Kailua-Kona. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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HOU - KOA
Cheapest • 15% average savings
IAH - KOA
Most popular
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 29% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $527 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 10h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Kailua-Kona

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:37 am - 3:02 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
12h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:21 pm - 1:30 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$486American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:30 am - 3:02 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
12h 32m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:21 pm - 1:42 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$486American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 9:27 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
11h 31m1 stop San Francisco
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1:08 pm - 6:11 amKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
$486United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 1:57 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
12h 52m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 6:05 amKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
10h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$486United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 3:02 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
12h 32m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:21 pm - 1:42 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$486American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 7:25 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
16h 05m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:55 pm - 1:32 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 37m1 stop Salt Lake City
$492Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 3:00 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
11h 40m1 stop Salt Lake City
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10:00 pm - 5:21 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$492Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:41 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
14h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
10:21 pm - 1:42 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$492American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 6:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
15h 10m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
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10:00 pm - 5:25 pmKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$497Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 9:27 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KOA Kona Intl
11h 31m1 stop San Francisco
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1:08 pm - 6:11 amKOA  Kona Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
$515United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Kailua-Kona flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

Round-trip flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona start at $410. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $572 to $829. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $410 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Kailua-Kona, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Kailua-Kona at $498 round-trip.
  • November ($917) and March ($813) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Kailua-Kona the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$388
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Kailua-Kona based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston to Kailua-Kona flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

    Flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Houston to Kailua-Kona route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $603 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $834, a difference of $231. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston to Kailua-Kona flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $699. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Kailua-Kona takes 0h 00m, covering 3,825 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Houston to Kailua-Kona changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $410 to $3,234. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston to Kailua-Kona looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $918, which is 156% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 28m, compared with 10h 51m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 11h 09m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Kailua-Kona?

    Kailua-Kona is 5 hours behind Houston (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Kona Intl Airport (KOA)?

    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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Kailua-Kona range from $572 to $829, with an average of $699 over the past 12 months. Anything below $572 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston to Kailua-Kona flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $603 - about $231 less than Saturday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Kailua-Kona trip for January. Fares historically average $498 round-trip in that month - typically $419 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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