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Cheapest round-trip
$540
Typical prices: $553-$906
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11Thu 1/25
RDU - KOA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$273
Typical prices: $304-$472
Delta
Sun 11/11
RDU - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh 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 12 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $639 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona (RDU-KOA)

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

Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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6:47 pm - 3:43 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
25h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu
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11:29 pm - 4:21 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$540Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:22 pm - 3:52 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
27h 30m1 stop San Diego
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11:34 am - 5:49 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
25h 15m1 stop San Diego
$545Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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6:47 pm - 1:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
23h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu
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4:15 pm - 4:21 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
19h 06m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$545Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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6:00 am - 3:08 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
14h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:54 pm - 1:18 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$546American Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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7:00 am - 3:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
13h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 pm - 10:48 amKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$546American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:00 am - 4:39 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
13h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:59 pm - 4:17 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 18m1 stop San Francisco
$546United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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7:00 am - 4:37 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
14h 37m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:48 pm - 4:16 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
12h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$546American Airlines
Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 22
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10:30 am - 8:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
15h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
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2:15 pm - 7:31 amKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 16m1 stop San Francisco
$552United Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:55 am - 6:54 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
16h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:45 pm - 11:41 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
19h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$552Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:45 am - 7:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
18h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:40 pm - 6:03 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$552Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Kailua-Kona flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona at $561 round-trip.
•October ($908) and March ($872) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Raleigh to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$273
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Kailua-Kona?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona takes 00m, covering 4,731 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona range from $553 to $906, with an average of $677 over the past 12 months. Anything below $553 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $677 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $540 to $2,207. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $330, which is 8% below 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 starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $552 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $827, a difference of $275.

    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 Raleigh to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 19m, compared with 12h 32m via San Francisco (SFO) and 13h 06m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Kailua-Kona is 6 hours behind Raleigh (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $552, about $275 less than Saturday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Kailua-Kona trip for August. Fares historically average $561 round-trip in that month - typically $347 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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