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Cheapest round-trip
$538
Typical prices: $550-$800
United Airlines
Sat 1/20Sat 1/27
MCI - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$319
Typical prices: $269-$370
American Airlines
Tue 12/4
MCI - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Kailua-Kona. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $562 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona (MCI-KOA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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8:50 am - 4:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
12h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:25 pm - 12:33 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$538United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:00 am - 2:09 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 09m1 stop San Francisco
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8:25 pm - 12:33 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$538United Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Fri, Feb 5
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7:00 am - 2:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
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9:40 pm - 9:24 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
19h 44m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$544Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:00 am - 2:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
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9:40 pm - 4:21 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
14h 41m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$544Delta
Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 25
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8:00 am - 3:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:00 pm - 9:13 amKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
14h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$544American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:01 am - 4:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
15h 36m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:59 pm - 1:43 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
11h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$592American Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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4:22 pm - 4:11 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
27h 49m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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9:22 am - 3:26 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
26h 04m2 stops Kahului Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$595Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:00 am - 2:28 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
11h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$620Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:00 am - 7:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
16h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu
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8:00 am - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
11h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$626Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:00 am - 2:28 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
11h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$663Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona typically range from $550 to $800. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $538, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona at $518 round-trip.
•July ($811) and October ($749) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona the cheapest?

Flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$319
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona takes 00m, covering 3,846 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona range from $550 to $800, with an average of $680 over the past 12 months. Anything below $550 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $680 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $403, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $569 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $771, a difference of $202.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 44m, compared with 11h 16m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 11h 33m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $569, about $202 less than Saturday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Kailua-Kona trip for January. Fares historically average $518 round-trip in that month - typically $293 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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