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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Kona Airport? If you want to travel to Kona Airport next month, return fares start from $1,405. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kailua-Kona.$1,163 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,163, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,169 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,169, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,192 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,192, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,247 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Brisbane on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,247, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,402 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,402, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,402 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,402, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,403 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,403, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,405 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,405, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,416 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,416, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,457, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,473 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Brisbane on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,473, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,489 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,489, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,503 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 22 Apr.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,503, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,509 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,509, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,794 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,794, select.

Kailua-Kona.$1,821 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Qantas and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,821, select.

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Airports near Kailua-Kona

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Kona

12km from central Kailua-Kona

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Kona?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Kona. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,163.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kona?

The cheapest month to fly to Kona is usually August.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kona?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Kona Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Kona Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Kona?

The best price we found for a return flight to Kona is $1,163. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Kona Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Kona Airport is Thursday, 20 August 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Kailua-Kona?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kailua-Kona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Kailua-Kona with?

Currently, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kona.

Flying to Kona

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,163
Cheapest month to fly	August

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How to find cheap flights to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole is $863. A return plane ticket to KOA right now is $1,163.
Stay updated on fares by creating a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to KOA go down, we'll keep you posted.
Avoid leaving things to the last minute. You're more likely to get the best price on tickets to Kailua-Kona, where Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole is located, if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Kailua-Kona by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' option. This allows you to browse fares for all the nearest airports at your destination and departure points and could help you save.
If you aren't in a rush to get to Kailua-Kona, consider going the long way round. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole if you book a flight with one or more stops.

Best time to go to Kailua-Kona

The cheapest month to get on a flight to Kailua-Kona is usually May.
To find the cheapest month for flights to KOA, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
Travel to Kailua-Kona in July if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to KOA, but also when fares are usually more expensive.
December is the least busy time of year to travel if you prefer a slower pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Kailua-Kona then.
The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider the type of conditions you want to travel in. Kailua-Kona is warmest in August, averaging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
January often brings more sun than cloud. With 11 days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Kailua-Kona.
Expect the heaviest showers during July, which gets around 22 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA): What you need to know

Get to Kailua-Kona in one go. These are some of the top airlines that offer direct flights to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole:
If you want to fly with the carrier with the fewest delays, book your KOA plane ticket with Southwest Airlines. Up to 91% of its flights into this airport land when expected.
Your flight will touch down in the UTC-10 timezone at KOA.
Land, relax, and get settled quickly with a stay right by Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole. Put your bags down at Breezy Kailua-Kona Bungalow With Lanai and Ocean View! after your flight to KOA. Or book a room at Ohala Oasis 2 Bedroom Apartment before travelling to your final destination.
Whether you're catching your next connection or flying home from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole, you're likely to arrive as planned. KOA is among the more punctual hubs, with up to 86% of all departing flights landing when they're supposed to.

Getting to central Kailua-Kona from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA)

KOA is about 11 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona.
If you're planning to catch a taxi after your flight to KOA, it'll take around 15 minutes to reach the centre.
Hop on public transport and you'll be there in roughly 45 minutes.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Grab a room at one of these guest-approved picks in Kailua-Kona:

Kailua-Kona highlights

These top sights should be high on your must-do list after hopping off your flight to Kailua-Kona:
- White Sands Beach（La'aloa Bay）: Around 6 kilometres southeast of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing in the city.
- Ironman finish line: Looking for more reasons to visit Kailua-Kona? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 0.16 kilometres south of the city centre.

How to get to Hilo from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA)

Going to the nearby city of Hilo? It's about 121 kilometres from KOA. Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
Expect a travel time of roughly 2 hours 25 minutes when making your way to Hilo on public transport.

Travelling from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Waimea

If Waimea is your destination, public transport will take around 1 hour 50 minutes from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole. This city is about 48 kilometres from KOA.
It'll take you 50 minutes or so to drive to Waimea.

Explore more of the United States

Craving more adventure? Honolulu will add more excitement to your journey through the United States. It's about 257 kilometres northwest of Kailua-Kona and features Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour. The main airport for this city is Honolulu International Airport (HNL).
About 274 kilometres northwest of Kailua-Kona, Pearl City makes for a memorable detour. Big reasons to visit include USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and USS Peleliu. LHA-5.