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

Flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

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

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

Connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona most commonly pass through: • Honolulu (HNL) - 98% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Sydney to Kailua-Kona route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $870 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,436, a difference of $566. 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 long is a flight from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sydney to Kailua-Kona. Flights with 1 layover take between 13h 54m and 21h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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.

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

One-way fares from Sydney to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $865, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Honolulu (HNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 54m, compared with 21h 42m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between Sydney and Kailua-Kona?

Kailua-Kona is 20 hours behind Sydney (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 Sydney to Kailua-Kona flight?

Round-trip flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona range from $865 to $1,126, with an average of $1,007 over the past 12 months. Anything below $865 counts as a good deal.

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

Alaska Airlines ($649) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Sydney to Kailua-Kona in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

Honolulu (HNL) is the most popular layover for the Sydney to Kailua-Kona route. 98% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via HNL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,009. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona which airport offers the shortest layover?

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Kailua-Kona layovers at 511 minutes over the past 3 months.

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

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

8:45 pm - 12:41 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

12h 56m1 stop Honolulu

7:30 am - 6:50 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 20m1 stop Honolulu

$649Alaska Airlines

Tue, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 13

9:40 pm - 6:47 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

30h 07m1 stop Honolulu

9:55 am - 7:45 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 50m1 stop Honolulu

$680Alaska Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

8:45 pm - 9:49 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

22h 04m1 stop Honolulu

8:48 am - 6:50 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 02m1 stop Honolulu

$681Alaska Airlines

Tue, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 13

9:40 pm - 6:47 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

30h 07m1 stop Honolulu

9:55 am - 7:45 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 50m1 stop Honolulu

$682Alaska Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

8:45 pm - 12:41 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

12h 56m1 stop Honolulu

12:51 pm - 6:50 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 59m2 stops Kahului Honolulu

$762Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

8:30 pm - 12:16 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

12h 46m1 stop Honolulu

6:00 am - 6:45 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$771Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

8:30 pm - 4:16 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

16h 46m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

7:30 am - 6:45 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 15m1 stop Honolulu

$786Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 13

9:40 pm - 4:20 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

15h 40m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

7:30 am - 7:45 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 15m1 stop Honolulu

$790Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 13

9:40 pm - 4:20 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

15h 40m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

7:30 am - 7:45 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 15m1 stop Honolulu

$798Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

8:45 pm - 2:37 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

14h 52m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

6:00 am - 6:50 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 50m1 stop Honolulu

$838Alaska Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Sydney to Kailua-Kona

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

9:30 am - 7:35 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

30h 05m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

10:55 pm - 7:00 amKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 05m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

$1,123United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

9:30 am - 7:35 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

30h 05m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

10:55 pm - 7:00 amKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 05m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

$1,125United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

9:30 am - 11:46 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

22h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

7:35 pm - 7:00 amKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

$1,176United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

10:20 am - 7:35 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

29h 15m1 stop San Francisco

12:00 pm - 6:55 amKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 55m1 stop San Francisco

$1,177United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

9:30 am - 11:46 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

22h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

7:35 pm - 7:00 amKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

$1,179United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

8:45 pm - 9:16 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

32h 31m1 stop Honolulu

2:10 pm - 6:50 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 40m1 stop Honolulu

$1,232Alaska Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

8:45 pm - 6:17 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

17h 32m1 stop Honolulu

5:02 pm - 6:50 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 48m1 stop Honolulu

$1,303Alaska Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

8:15 pm - 1:38 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

13h 23m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

9:48 am - 6:30 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 42m1 stop Honolulu

$1,487Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

8:15 pm - 4:29 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

16h 14m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

8:00 am - 6:30 pmKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 30m2 stops Lihue Honolulu

$1,526Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

10:20 am - 7:35 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

29h 15m1 stop San Francisco

7:35 pm - 7:00 amKOA Kona Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

$1,593United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Sydney to Kailua-Kona flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona start at $649. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $865 to $1,126. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $649 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 42% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	August
High season	December
Cheapest flight	$659

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona.
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona pass through?
Connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona most commonly pass through:

• Honolulu (HNL) - 98% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Sydney to Kailua-Kona route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $870 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,436, a difference of $566. 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 long is a flight from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sydney to Kailua-Kona. Flights with 1 layover take between 13h 54m and 21h 42m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Kailua-Kona looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $865, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Flying via Honolulu (HNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 54m, compared with 21h 42m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Kailua-Kona?
Kailua-Kona is 20 hours behind Sydney (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 Sydney to Kailua-Kona flight?
Round-trip flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona range from $865 to $1,126, with an average of $1,007 over the past 12 months. Anything below $865 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $870 - about $566 less than Wednesday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Kailua-Kona trip for July. Fares historically average $774 round-trip in that month - typically $836 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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