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Cheapest round-trip
$524
Typical prices: $532-$800
American Airlines
Sun 10/28Sun 11/4
MCI - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$299
Typical prices: $264-$370
American Airlines
Tue 12/4
MCI - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Portland (PDX)
Cheapest • Avg $526 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 10h 54m (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, Feb 17 - Tue, Mar 2
American Airlines Logo
8:01 am - 3:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 1:25 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
10h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$524American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 2:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
10h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:21 pm - 1:17 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
10h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$524American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
7:01 am - 3:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 59m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
8:55 pm - 1:27 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$524Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
7:01 am - 3:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
11h 59m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
8:55 pm - 1:27 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$524Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 2:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
10h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 pm - 1:50 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$561Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 2:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
10h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
7:05 pm - 11:40 amKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 35m2 stops Honolulu Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$567Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 3:44 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
14h 27m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
13h 59m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$607Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:17 am - 5:21 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
16h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu
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7:15 pm - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
24h 44m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$615Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 11:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
12h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:24 pm - 2:48 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
12h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$624Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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2:52 pm - 11:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-KOA Kona Intl
12h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:52 pm - 2:48 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MCI Kansas City
10h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$704Alaska 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 from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona 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 start at $524. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $532 to $800. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $524 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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 June ($739) 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 prices 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 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$299
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Kansas City to Kailua-Kona route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $534 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $760, a difference of $226. 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 Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $669. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona takes 0h 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 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 $350, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 54m, compared with 11h 17m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 11h 43m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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.

  • 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 Kansas City to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Kailua-Kona range from $532 to $800, with an average of $669 over the past 12 months. Anything below $532 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $534 - about $226 less than Saturday (30% 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 28% 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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