Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is 21 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your MEL to KOA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MEL and KOA include:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Narita International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is R 17,040. A round-trip fare right now is R 14,290. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to KOA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MEL to KOA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Once your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight has landed, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House is a good option within easy reach of KOA.
Grab a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car and explore Kailua-Kona and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole to central Kailua-Kona has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to KOA in January. Average temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Kailua-Kona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a visit to Honolulu will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider Pearl City, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park are key highlights.
