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Cheapest round-trip
$525
Typical prices: $543-$891
Alaska Airlines
Thu 1/11Thu 1/25
RDU - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$278
Typical prices: $330-$472
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/20
RDU - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $620 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 12h 24m (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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5:24 pm - 4:11 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
27h 47m1 stop San Diego
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2:00 pm - 5:18 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
$525Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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7:00 am - 3:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
13h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
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10:45 pm - 12:23 amKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 38m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$532Delta
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:24 pm - 5:53 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
29h 29m2 stops San Diego Lihue
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4:15 pm - 5:44 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 29m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$536Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:24 pm - 4:11 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
27h 47m1 stop San Diego
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2:00 pm - 5:18 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
$545Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
15h 27m1 stop Los Angeles
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10:21 pm - 6:40 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$552American Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 3:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
13h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
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10:45 pm - 12:23 amKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 38m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$552Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:30 am - 6:38 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
17h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:00 pm - 6:54 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$552Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:00 am - 4:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
16h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
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10:21 pm - 6:40 pmKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$557American Airlines
Tue, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 17
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8:15 am - 4:57 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
13h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:15 pm - 7:31 amKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 16m1 stop San Francisco
$557United Airlines
Tue, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 17
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10:21 am - 8:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-KOA Kona Intl
15h 28m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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12:15 pm - 7:31 amKOA  Kona Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 16m1 stop San Francisco
$562United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Kailua-Kona flights

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

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona at $559 round-trip.
  • October ($900) 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 prices 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 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Raleigh to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$278
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

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

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

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% 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 Raleigh to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Raleigh to Kailua-Kona route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $584 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $750, a difference of $166. 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 Raleigh to Kailua-Kona flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 34% above the route average of $675. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $525 to $2,759. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $325, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 24m, compared with 12h 30m 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.

  • 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 Raleigh to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Kailua-Kona range from $543 to $891, with an average of $675 over the past 12 months. Anything below $543 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $584 - about $166 less than Wednesday (22% 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 42% 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 January. Fares historically average $559 round-trip in that month - typically $341 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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