Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, making Kailua-Kona 20 hours behind Brisbane.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your BNE to KOA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between BNE and KOA include:
Narita International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
$901 is the lowest price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. Return flights start from $1,401. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BNE to KOA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BNE to KOA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Of all flights leaving Brisbane Airport, 66.16% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BNE? If you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Consider staying at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after arriving from your Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. It's only a short drive from KOA and a great option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and experience more of Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole is roughly 13 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. To avoid the crowds, head to Kailua-Kona in May.
Lock in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole for August if you'd like to visit Kailua-Kona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNE to KOA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Kailua-Kona has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a trip to Honolulu will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No trip is complete without experiencing USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.