Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is three hours behind Sacramento.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SMF to KOA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Hawaiian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Kailua-Kona (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole offered by this popular carrier.
Hawaiian Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Hawaiian Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SMF to KOA flights. An impressive 81.48% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Here are the top stopovers between SMF and KOA:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Kahului Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is R 3,101. A round-trip fare is currently R 6,424. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to KOA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SMF to KOA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination on time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Catch some z's here before heading to SMF.
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Get off your Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a handy option that's not too far from KOA, consider Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Grab a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car and explore Kailua-Kona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole to the centre of Kailua-Kona has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole for August if you'd like to explore Kailua-Kona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to KOA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Kailua-Kona is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a trip to Honolulu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another standout destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No trip is complete without a visit to USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.
