Cheap Flights from Kailua-Kona (KOA) to Sydney (SYD)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kona to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kona to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kona to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.

Kona to Sydney: Alternative routes

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

Kailua-Kona to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$2,113
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Kona to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kona to Sydney is $2,113. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kona to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,113.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Kona to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Kona to Sydney is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kona Airport to Sydney Airport on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kona Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney.

Travelling from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 21 hours ahead of Kailua-Kona.

  • To ensure you catch your KOA to SYD flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KOA and SYD:

    • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $541 is the lowest price for a one-way Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts from $2,113. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from KOA to SYD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • Finding cheap flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from KOA to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • 88.63% of flights leaving Kona International Airport at Keahole land at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from KOA.

  • Kona International Airport at Keahole is around 13 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Book a hotel near SYD if you're taking a late Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Sydney in April.

  • Book your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to visit Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from KOA to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in Australia, head for Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among its highlights.

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