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

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Honolulu to Kailua-Kona Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Honolulu to Kailua-Kona flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top HNL to KOA routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
HNL
Traveling To
Kona Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
KOA
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Honolulu Intl. Airport to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
The flight between Honolulu and Kailua-Kona is a cruisy 48 minutes. Time enough to down a cuppa and browse through the in-flight magazine.
What airlines fly direct from HNL to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl. Airport at Keāhole?
If drama isn't your thing, you'll be glad to hear you can go directly from HNL to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) with several airlines. Be sure to keep an eye out for epic airfare deals with Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
How many flights are there from HNL to Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl. Airport at Keāhole?
You don't have to work your well-earned holiday time around your flight from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona. There are 18 daily flights to pick from. How's that for choice?
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you're booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it's best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif's 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Kailua-Kona HI, 96734
United States
IATA code:
KOA
Longitude:
-156.041077
Latitude:
19.736174
Time zone:
Pacific/Honolulu
Address:
300 Rodgers Blvd., #12
Honolulu HI, 96819
United States
IATA code:
HNL
Longitude:
-157.921667
Latitude:
21.325833
Time zone:
Pacific/Honolulu

Honolulu to Kailua-Kona Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Kailua-Kona, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from HNL to KOA. With heaps of cheap fares from Honolulu, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Kailua-Kona from Honolulu  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Kailua-Kona from Honolulu from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Kailua-Kona in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Kailua-Kona from Honolulu 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona today!  

Find cheap airfares to Kailua-Kona from Honolulu 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Honolulu and Kailua-Kona
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona

Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort

4 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is AU$398 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$398
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,705 reviews)
The room was outdated and had a strong musty smell, probably from the carpet. Otherwise the room and resort overall were clean and we enjoyed our stay very much.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Royal Kona Resort
PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona

3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is AU$344 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$344
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,894 reviews)
The room was clean and the staff was helpful. The location is great. I recommend this hotel to everyone.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is AU$494 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$494
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Very nice stay, even considering there was a massive event going. The staff is incredibly friendly, there’s a bunch of shops/amenities inside the place, getting in and out from town was easy. It’s not the most incredible resort beach, but for the price it’s fine. Easily travel to other beaches nearby. ...

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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