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Cheap Flights to Kailua-Kona

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Kailua-Kona that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Kailua-Kona

Tue, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 24
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9:45 am - 10:40 amHNL-KOA
0h 55mnonstop
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1:05 pm - 4:30 pmKOA-HNL
3h 25m1 stop
$83Southwest
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Tue, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 24
Southwest Logo
8:05 am - 2:20 pmHNL-KOA
6h 15m1 stop
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1:05 pm - 6:25 pmKOA-HNL
5h 20m1 stop
$88Southwest
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 9
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 8:16 amHNL-KOA
0h 46mnonstop
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6:00 am - 6:45 amKOA-HNL
0h 45mnonstop
$95Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Thu, Jun 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 10:10 pmHNL-KOA
0h 45mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:51 amKOA-HNL
0h 51mnonstop
$103Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Jun 17 - Sat, Jun 21
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 8:52 amHNL-KOA
0h 47mnonstop
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4:07 pm - 4:56 pmKOA-HNL
0h 49mnonstop
$104Hawaiian Airlines
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Mon, Jun 23 - Tue, Jun 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 7:26 pmHNL-KOA
0h 46mnonstop
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6:00 am - 6:45 amKOA-HNL
0h 45mnonstop
$108Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Thu, Sep 4
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 2:08 pmSEA-KOA
10h 38m1 stop
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11:20 pm - 2:45 pmKOA-SEA
12h 25m1 stop
$317American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 7:24 pmSFO-KOA
5h 29mnonstop
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11:00 pm - 7:11 amKOA-SFO
5h 11mnonstop
$318United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
United Airlines Logo
10:54 am - 7:24 pmSAN-KOA
11h 30m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:00 pm - 10:13 amKOA-SAN
8h 13m1 stop
$322United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 3:04 pmSEA-KOA
10h 49m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 10:48 amKOA-SEA
11h 23m1 stop
$347American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Kailua-Kona

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Kailua-Kona to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Kailua-Kona?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Kailua-Kona was found on the route from Honolulu, at $83 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Kailua-Kona and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $322 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Kailua-Kona?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Kailua-Kona from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Kailua-Kona costs $372 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $50 and departed from Honolulu. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Los Angeles to Kailua-Kona which costs $488 on average, and San Francisco to Kailua-Kona, which costs $579 on average.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Kailua-Kona, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Kailua-Kona is September, where tickets cost $488 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $872 and $805 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is January with an average price of $533.

What is a good deal for flights to Kailua-Kona?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Kailua-Kona, 25% of our users found tickets to Kailua-Kona for the following prices or less: From Honolulu $140 round-trip, from Los Angeles $383 round-trip, from Sacramento $403 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kailua-Kona?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Kailua-Kona, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.


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Low seasonSeptember
High seasonJune
Cheapest flight$58
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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Flights to Kailua-Kona: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Kailua-Kona 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSAN-KOAJun 2024
Dress with a tank top under your sweater because once you exit the plane, the Kona heat will hit you like an oven
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian AirlinesHNL-KOAJul 2024
Try to get a window seat to enjoy the scenic view.

FAQs - booking Kailua-Kona flights

  • How to get to and from Kona International Airport to downtown Kailua-Kona?

    Cars, taxis, and shuttles are the main forms of transportation connecting Kona International Airport to Kailua-Kona. Unfortunately for tourists on a budget, the airport has very limited public bus service connecting it with neighboring towns and cities. Nonetheless, it is easy to get into the city from the airport, and shuttles in particular are your cheapest bet if you don’t plan on renting a vehicle.

  • What shopping options are available in Kona International Airport?

    The shopping selection at Kona International Airport is small and sweet. After all, it is one of the smaller airports serving one of the less populated islands of Hawaii. All the same, they have a few shops that will fit the bill for most of your souvenir and gift needs. Some of these shops include Tiare’s Gift Shop, Aloha News Stand, and Cho’s Leis & Flowers.

  • What is there to do while in Kona International Airport?

    Though there is not much in the terminals in the way of entertainment, the airport is actually just around the corner from Wawaloli Beach Park. The conveniently close beach offers travelers an easy way to kill an hour or two before their flight.

  • What hotels and resorts near Kona International Airport offer transport services?

    Tourism is one of Hawaii’s biggest industries and fortunately this means many of the hotels and resorts surrounding Kona International Airport offer complimentary airport pickup and drop-off. Some of these hotels include the likes of The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, Wyndham Mauna Loa Village, and Banyan Tree Sanctuary.

  • If I want to take a taxi from the airport, where can I find them?

    If you wish to take a taxi, you will find them directly outside the terminal building outside baggage claims A and B. Taxi services are provided by various independent companies and are not associated with the airport. It is also worth noting that you will need to negotiate the price of your ride with your driver in advance. KOA has a fare estimator on their website for you to consult in advance depending on your final destination.

  • Does the Kona Airport offer services for those with limited mobility?

    Yes, there are services available for travelers with reduced mobility available at the Kona Airport. Due to the lack of ramps for deplaning, you will need to request boarding lift service from your airline in advance. Otherwise, motorized wheelchairs are available for rent and the rest of the facilities are accessible.

  • Can I fly directly to Kailua-Kona from other major US cities?

    Yes, you will find that there is one major US hub that offers direct service to the Kona International Airport (KOA), Los Angeles (LAX). If you choose to fly from another US city, you will most likely have one or two layovers on the mainland before heading over to Hawaii. Direct flights are typically operated by United Airlines and American Airlines.

  • Can I take a shuttle to my hotel close to the Kona International Airport (KOA)?

    Unfortunately, there is no free shuttle service to or from the Kona airport. You will typically be taking the SpeediShuttle to reach your destination if you are not renting a car and need to get to your hotel nearby.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Kailua-Kona?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Kailua-Kona was found on the route from Honolulu, at $83 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Kailua-Kona and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $322 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Kona Intl Airport from central Kailua-Kona?

    There are 8 miles between Kailua-Kona city center and Kona Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Kailua-Kona’s airport?

    All flights to Kailua-Kona land at Kona Intl Airport. The airport code is KOA,and it can also be referred to as Keahole or Kona Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Kailua-Kona?

    On average, a flight to Kailua-Kona costs $372. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $50 and departed from Honolulu Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Kailua-Kona?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Kailua-Kona is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $496. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $621 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Kailua-Kona?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Kailua-Kona.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Kailua-Kona?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kailua-Kona is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Kailua-Kona?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kailua-Kona with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Kailua-Kona?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kailua-Kona up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Kailua-Kona?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Kailua-Kona is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $627 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Kailua-Kona is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $673.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Kailua-Kona

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Kailua-Kona? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Kailua-Kona for the following prices or less: From Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl $453, from Los Angeles $729, from San Diego $828
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Kailua-Kona flight deals.
  • Visitors to the Island of Hawaii (also known as the Big Island) may find themselves landing at one of two airports serving the island. Namely, Hilo International Airport (ITO) and Kona International Airport (KOA). Hilo International Airport primarily services the eastern portion of the island, while Kona International Airport offers flights to Kailua-Kona and its surrounding area.
  • Travelers with pets should be aware that Hawaii has very strict quarantine rules and that all pets must receive proper vaccinations and proof of such prior to their arrival in Hawaii. If you fail to bring such documentation with you, your animals could be quarantined for a lengthy amount of time.
  • Looking to grab a bite to eat after your flight to Kailua-Kona? While Kona International Airport is not the largest of airports, it still provides a decent restaurant and snack selection for hungry travelers. One good option to check out is Laniakea by Centerplate, which serves a variety of local Hawaiian fare.
  • Speedishuttle is one of the best ways to get around the Island of Hawaii for tourists. They offer door-to-door pickup service from Kona International Airport to destinations all across the island. So, whether you want to get to your resort or go straight to a volcano for a bit of hiking, they have you covered.
  • Want to jump right into tourism mode upon your arrival in Kona International Airport? Consider purchasing flowers and leis at one of the flower stands in the airport. After all, there’s nothing that screams Hawaii more than a traditional lei.
  • If you are renting a car when you arrive at Kona International Airport (KOA), you will have to make your way to the offsite rental counters. You can take the free airport shuttle to the rental car center. You will find the shuttle pickup point at the center median across the street from baggage claims A and B.
  • If you are arriving at KOA with your pet or service animal, you will only find one pet relief area across the street from the Ellison S. Onizuka Space Center near the former car rental facility.
  • If you are hungry when you land and want to grab a bite to eat, the restaurants at the airport have opening hours based on flight arrival times so you are guaranteed to find something. There are plenty of local specialties, such as Laniakea by Centerplate, available in the terminal.
  • If you are not sure where to go after you land at the Kona International Airport, you can make use of the Visitor Information Program onsite. The program is staffed from 7:45am to 9pm daily and when it isn’t staffed, you can call the toll-free number to get assistance.
  • If you want to relax before heading into the city, you can head to the only lounge at the airport: the Hawaiian Air Premier Club in the passenger gate area.

Top 5 airlines flying to Kailua-Kona

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Kailua-Kona. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to Kailua-Kona. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Kailua-Kona? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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7.1Food
7.1Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
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Not good, because they don’t serve me any drink with my meal. I asked but he said he forgot my drink again

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2025CLE - SEA
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Not good, because they don’t serve me any drink with my meal. I asked but he said he forgot my drink again

It was an amazing experience for the first time doing my second flight by myself. Crew are friendly and they makes sure the customers meet their needs. I will use Alaska airline again for my next vocation. Thank you all for your hard work.

Flight was delayed by hr and half, takeoff and climbing was frightening

OK for the price paid but nothing as far as value.

Everything was really good except it was really cold in the plane,

PAID First class. No use of lounge in Phoenix (should have a code share). Bags checked and not marked first class, asked attendant who stated on mark gold members. Last bag out of carousel. When you pay extra, expect that...wifi was rebooted and not functioning to allow internet access. Food and cree were very good.

Husband was new to the wheelchair accommodations this trip. What a blessing that was. All employees were helpful and customer service was excellent

The attendances were very thorough and pleasant during the entire trip. The pilots did an excellent job keeping us posted on what to expect. The landing in Portland was executed professionally and perfectly. Boarding was delayed a half hour. But given the times were in, that was no surprise. All in all, my preference is to fly only Alaska Airlines for their reliability and professional service.

Our big luggage never made it to Boston. Very crucial to get it ASAP as heart medication is in there.

Wish I got An email stating that I needed to check in at hawaiian even if I made my ticket thru alaska. I had to walk to terminal A from Terminal B.

Good flights. On time. They had a gluten free snack option which was nice

Take this flight once or twice a month. Just don’t cut it from the schedule.

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

Food from the flight from Atlanta to Santiago was very poor..

Flight was delayed due to weather. Crew did a nice job of making us comfortable. No complain complaints.

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

Crew was friendly Love the entertainment in the seat head rest.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

Checking baggage at Honolulu was a real mess. No signs directing where to go.

We boarded an hour and a half late because a coffee maker leaked in the plane. Then we had to wait for awhile to get off the plane because another plane was in our spot at the terminal. I had plans when I landed that I had to skip so it was pretty disappointing.

We moved from the international terminal to a new location. I think there are still some bugs to work out . We didn’t receive check in notification and had to scramble to find it but i think it will work out

Not so good. The takeoff was aborted after reaching 100 knots due to a problem with the front tires. I do commend the pilot for a quick decision and preventing a potential disaster. We returned to the gate to put fresh tires on the front. Our flight was delayed for over 3 hours. The rest of the flight was okay. We were reimbursed by Hawaiian Airlines for only $50. Not too generous

Arrived at the gate with no seats assigned. Was told by gate agent the flight was full and we would not be on it. I asked the gate agent how could I be sold tickets when the flight was full. She replied, “Thats just how they do it.” I was able to get seats once I arrived at the gate. The flight itself was great. I’ll never purchase tickets without seat assignments from kayak or anyone again. Shame on kayak or Hawaiian airlines or all of you.

A cold sandwich would be much better than the warm gummy croissant.

Liked the crew. Seats were uncomfortable during the last few hours of the 11 hour flight. Better selection of movies .

They cancelled our flight and one after and then crammed everyone on a late flight. Refused to give us a meal voucher because the delay was less than 3 hours. In the end the delay was 4 hours. No reason was ever given for the cancelled flights. Fly Southwest!

The temperature on the plane was too cold and the food was not very good. Everything else was good.

There was mention of a complimentary magazine but none were in the seat pockets. The flight is short so understandable not having food or a snack.

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

Flight attendant moved my bag without notifying me and was rude to me when I asked him about it. There was no reason to move it.

Not really their fault, but a 4.5 hour delay is pretty brutal

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

The personnel were professional and friendly. The Boeing 737 Max 9 is too claustrophobic and was very warm at both airport gates, and still warm in the air.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

Flight was great. Efficient boarding. Short flight. Early arrival. Friendly flight crew. The entertainment system did not work well. Could not access it until the aircraft reached 10K feet or more. Lots of glitches.

get E+, a must for 5 hours flight if you are tall

The first flight was better in terms of the aircraft.

Everything was great except British airways lost our luggage that was gate checked all the way through to Italy. No one knows currently where one is and the other one may be in route to Amsterdam to meet us but not sure. If you can Hale’s it would be awesome. The website is not helpful.

Waited on the runway for takeoff for 2.5 hours. Air traffic rerouted us. The plane didn't have enough fuel, so had to go back to the gate. Had to wait for a new pilot. Should have landed at 5:22. Didn't land until 9:10. Trash flight.

DFW-LHR Toilets not kept clean Too cramped. Aisles so narrow crew were constantly banging into people on the aisle seats. Even then, the carts used are reduced width. Other than that it was a decent flight on both legs

Eventless. It was a good flight and good crew. Can’t complaint.

At the beginning of the flight there was some turbulence and the announcement was made that there would be no beverage service. The turbulence only last about 5 minutes then it was smooth sailing. I noticed that first class got their service, but the rest of us did not.

Update departure times in a more timely manner. We are not boarding on time if the plane isn’t arriving until after our scheduled departure time.

Update.us on flight information in a more timely manner. Don’t say we are boarding on time ten minutes before the boarding time when the aircraft isn’t arriving for another forty minutes.

The boarding was pretty easy. However, the first class seats are not lay flat as other airlines (like JetBlue) has and therefore sleeping was a challenge.

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.

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