Travelling from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Kona Airport (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, making Kailua-Kona five hours behind Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your DCA to KOA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DCA and KOA include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Kona Airport (KOA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport flight is R 4,186. A return ticket right now is R 8,256. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DCA to KOA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from DCA to KOA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to DCA? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kona Airport (KOA)
Once your Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport flight has arrived, unwind and relax at a hotel close by. Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House is a great option within easy reach of KOA.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kona Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kona Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kona Airport (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
From Kona Airport, Kailua-Kona is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kona Airport (KOA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kailua-Kona. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Kona Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DCA to KOA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Kailua-Kona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a visit to Honolulu will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.