On this page, you can find and book flights from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu. The distance between the cities is only 268 km, with frequent air service including around 167 flights per week.
Flights are operated by airlines such as Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best deals. Learn more about how to get to the airport and how to arrange a transfer from the airport to Honolulu upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Kailua-Kona → Honolulu on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 47 min. Regular flights are operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. Departures from Kona International Airport at Keahole airports, arrivals at Honolulu International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kailua-Kona — Honolulu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 253 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 336 in b. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kailua-Kona → Honolulu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 503 | high | May | AED 352 | low | Sep | AED 352 | low |
| Feb | AED 453 | medium | Jun | AED 478 | high | Oct | AED 377 | low |
| Mar | AED 478 | high | Jul | AED 503 | high | Nov | AED 428 | medium |
| Apr | AED 377 | low | Aug | AED 428 | medium | Dec | AED 554 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Honolulu remains pleasant year-round, but September is considered the warmest month with an average air temperature of 28.7°C. The highest rainfall occurs in February, when the number of rainy days reaches 12 per month.
The most budget-friendly time to fly is December, with ticket prices starting AED 259. The peak price month is November, during which the minimum price rises AED 336.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip: it is the driest month with excellent weather, and flight prices remain around AED 290. There are no periods of extremely bad weather, but you can expect more rain in February.
Inter-island flights on the Kailua-Kona — Honolulu route are served by 6 airlines, with Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines leading in flight frequency. All flights on this route are direct, providing fast and regular connections. A detailed schedule by day of the week and a list of all carriers are available in the list below.
Flights Kailua-Kona — Honolulu depart from Kona International Airport at Keahole and arrive at Honolulu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time is about 40–50 minutes. Since the distance between the cities is only 268 km, take-off and landing make up the bulk of the flight.
Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, and other US carriers operate on this line.
Yes, the vast majority of the approximately 167 weekly flights are direct, providing a quick connection between the islands of Hawaii and Oahu.
Flights from Kailua-Kona (KOA) arrive at Honolulu International Airport (HNL).
Ticket prices change constantly depending on flight capacity. You can always find the current minimum and the best dates to buy in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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