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Cheapest round-trip
$992
Typical prices: $1,084-$1,547
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Thu 10/11Mon 10/22
MEL - KOA • 2 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 39% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kailua-Kona (MEL-KOA)

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

Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:10 pm - 1:32 pmMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
16h 22m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
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8:48 am - 10:00 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 12m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$992Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:25 pm - 1:39 pmMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
17h 14m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
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6:31 pm - 11:35 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
32h 04m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,112Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:50 pm - 11:15 pmMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
49h 25m3 stops Perth Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:55 pm - 5:50 pmKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
45h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,544Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:45 am - 6:51 amMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
45h 06m2 stops Auckland Intl Honolulu
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3:28 pm - 9:30 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
45h 02m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,632Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:00 am - 11:45 amMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
26h 45m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Tokyo Haneda Honolulu
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6:00 am - 10:05 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 05m3 stops Honolulu Tokyo Haneda Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,686Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 22
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10:30 am - 11:46 amMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
22h 16m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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12:00 pm - 9:15 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 15m1 stop San Francisco
$1,812United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 22
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9:00 am - 12:41 pmMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
24h 41m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
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6:31 pm - 10:55 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
43h 24m3 stops Honolulu San Francisco Auckland Intl
$1,899Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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10:45 pm - 12:10 pmMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
34h 25m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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3:28 pm - 9:30 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
45h 02m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,201Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:00 am - 12:16 pmMEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
27h 16m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Tokyo Haneda Honolulu
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6:31 pm - 10:55 amKOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
43h 24m3 stops Honolulu San Francisco Auckland Intl
$3,957Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

United Airlines ($1,812) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flights

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When to book flights from Melbourne to Kailua-Kona

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Your Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona.

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

    Most connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $908 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,725, a difference of $817. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport 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 $992 to $3,957. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Kailua-Kona is 20 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia 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 Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona range from $1,084 to $1,547, with an average of $1,304 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,084 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport 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 Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $908 - about $817 less than Wednesday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona trip for March. Fares historically average $791 round-trip in that month - typically $934 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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