Flying from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane is 20 hours ahead of Kailua-Kona and follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Your KOA to BNE flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between KOA and BNE include:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
At the moment, $1,668 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $3,228. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KOA to BNE, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Kona International Airport at Keahole scores top marks for on-time performance. 88.63% of flights that take off from KOA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Kona International Airport at Keahole is about 13 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport, take a look at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House. It's a quick drive from KOA.
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Reserve a hotel close to BNE if you're catching a late Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and discover more of Brisbane and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Brisbane Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport to central Brisbane has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Brisbane. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Brisbane Airport for January if you'd like to visit Brisbane during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KOA to BNE around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a trip to Gold Coast will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
Toowoomba is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. No trip is complete without visiting Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.