Flying from Kona Airport (KOA) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5, which is five hours ahead of Kailua-Kona.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KOA to MCO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kona Airport to Orlando International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between KOA and MCO include:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Handy information about Kona Airport (KOA)
Kona Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from KOA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Kona Airport from central Kailua-Kona, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your flight from Kona Airport to Orlando International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a quick drive from KOA, book a night at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Consider booking a hotel close to MCO if you're on a late Kona Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget to explore Orlando and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
From Orlando International Airport, Orlando is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kona Airport to Orlando International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Orlando. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Kona Airport to Orlando International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KOA to MCO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 338 kilometres south of Orlando, Miami is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
