Flying from Burbank Airport (BUR) to Kona Airport (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, which makes Kailua-Kona two hours behind Burbank.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BUR to KOA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Burbank Airport to Kona Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BUR and KOA:
San Francisco International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport
Handy information about Burbank Airport (BUR)
BUR is located at 2627 Hollywood Way.
Burbank Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart BUR arrive at their destination without delay.
Burbank Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Burbank. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Burbank Airport to Kona Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BUR:
Arriving at Kona Airport (KOA)
Consider a stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after your Burbank Airport to Kona Airport flight. It's a short drive from KOA and a great option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kona Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Kona Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kona Airport (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona Airport to the centre of Kailua-Kona has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kona Airport (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Burbank Airport to Kona Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Burbank Airport to Kona Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BUR to KOA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC 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 explored. About 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a visit to Honolulu will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
