Travelling from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Kahului Airport (OGG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport is 45 minutes.
Kailua-Kona and Kahului are in the same timezone, UTC-10.
Choose from 193 weekly Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Southern Airways Express is the earliest flight you can take. Southern Airways Express operates the latest service of the day at 17:35.
To ensure you get on your KOA to OGG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport, so jetting to Kahului (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with Southern Airways Express on this route.
With a reliable 98.36% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier for KOA to OGG flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between KOA and OGG include:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Lihue Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to Kahului Airport (OGG)
Currently, R 602 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,236. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from KOA to OGG by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului 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 has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from KOA make it to their destination as scheduled 88.63% of the time.
To reach Kona International Airport at Keahole from central Kailua-Kona, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from KOA, stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Kahului Airport (OGG)
Reserve a hotel close to OGG if you're on a late Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Kahului Airport rental car and explore Kahului and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Kahului Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kahului Airport (OGG) to central Kahului
From Kahului Airport, Kahului is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kahului Airport (OGG)
January is the busiest month for flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Kahului in May.
When reserving your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to Kahului Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kahului, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KOA to OGG in February. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Kahului, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 153 kilometres west to Honolulu to tick off its top attractions. From Waikiki Beach to USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres west of Kahului, Pearl City is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.