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Cheapest round-trip
$589
Typical prices: $549-$806
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/17Mon 10/22
TPA - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$295
Typical prices: $256-$375
American Airlines
Thu 10/18
TPA - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Tampa 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 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
April
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Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $576 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 12h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona (TPA-KOA)

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

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:25 pm - 2:43 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
25h 18m1 stop San Diego
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10:36 am - 6:22 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
25h 46m1 stop San Diego
$589Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:25 pm - 2:43 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
25h 18m1 stop San Diego
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8:48 am - 6:22 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
27h 34m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$594Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:25 pm - 5:53 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
28h 28m2 stops San Diego Lihue
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9:19 am - 6:22 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
27h 03m2 stops Kahului San Diego
$600Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:00 am - 8:32 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
16h 32m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
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2:23 pm - 7:43 amKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
12h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
$618United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:00 am - 8:32 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
16h 32m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
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2:14 pm - 7:43 amKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
12h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
$618United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 5:11 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
16h 36m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
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10:21 pm - 4:18 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
12h 57m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$628American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:21 am - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
17h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:40 pm - 10:15 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
19h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$643Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:21 am - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
17h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:40 pm - 3:17 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
11h 37m1 stop Los Angeles
$644Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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3:27 pm - 9:27 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
12h 00m1 stop San Francisco
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12:00 pm - 5:46 amKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
11h 46m1 stop San Francisco
$644United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 3:02 pmTPA  Tampa-KOA Kona Intl
14h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:09 pm - 3:53 pmKOA  Kona Intl-TPA Tampa
12h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$667American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Kailua-Kona flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona typically range from $549 to $806. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $589, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa 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 Tampa to Kailua-Kona. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Kailua-Kona at $478 round-trip.
•June ($877) and December ($799) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Tampa to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$295
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Tampa to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Tampa to Kailua-Kona takes 00m, covering 4,611 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona range from $549 to $806, with an average of $663 over the past 12 months. Anything below $549 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $663 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Tampa 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 $618 to $4,504. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $368, which is 23% above 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 $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Tampa to Kailua-Kona. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $555 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $784, a difference of $229.

    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 Tampa to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 53m, compared with 12h 58m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 13h via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

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

Your guide to booking Tampa 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 Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $555, about $229 less than Thursday fares (29% 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 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Kailua-Kona trip for January. Fares historically average $478 round-trip in that month - typically $399 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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