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Cheap Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

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Flight deals from Honolulu International to Kona

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Kailua-Kona.$69 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $69, select.
Kailua-Kona.$90 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.
Kailua-Kona.$100 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.
Kailua-Kona.$101 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $101, select.
Kailua-Kona.$102 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.
Kailua-Kona.$104 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $104, select.
Kailua-Kona.$107 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.
Kailua-Kona.$175 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International Airport to Kona Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Honolulu International Airport to Kona Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $203
Jul
from $69
Aug
from $100
Sep
from $102
Oct
from $101
Nov
from $175
Dec
from $175
Jan
from $176
Feb
from $191
Mar
from $200
Apr
from $175
May
from $175
Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Honolulu International to Kona

Honolulu International to Kona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Honolulu International to Kailua-Kona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kona.

Honolulu to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$69
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time48 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week558

Finding cheap flights from Honolulu International to Kona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Honolulu International to Kona is $69. 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.
48 minutes is the average flight time from Honolulu International to Kona.
Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Delta fly direct from Honolulu International to Kona.
As of June 2025, there are 558 flights per week flying from Honolulu International to Kona.
The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to Kona is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Honolulu International Airport to Kona Airport on Tuesday, 8 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 48 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Hawaiian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kona.

Travelling from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know

  • Around 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.

  • Honolulu and Kailua-Kona follow the same timezone, UTC-10.

  • Flights from HNL to KOA start from 05:39 — the earliest with Hawaiian Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:00 with Hawaiian Airlines. Overall, there are 422 weekly Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flights.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HNL to KOA flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Hawaiian Airlines is your ticket to exploring Kailua-Kona (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole offered by this carrier.

  • Hawaiian Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers HNL to KOA flights. An exceptional 93.06% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between HNL and KOA:

    • Kahului Airport

    • Lihue Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is $51. A return plane ticket right now is $69. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from HNL to KOA by booking at least nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from HNL to KOA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.

Handy information about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • HNL's address is 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HNL land on schedule 84.42% of the time.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Honolulu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 3 hours.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near HNL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • Consider staying at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after arriving from your Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. It's only a short drive from KOA and a good option if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.

  • Travel at your own pace with a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and experience more of Kailua-Kona and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week before you set off.

Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona

  • From Kona International Airport at Keahole, Kailua-Kona is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. For smaller crowds, head to Kailua-Kona in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HNL to KOA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Honolulu is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, consider Pearl City, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.