Travelling from Kona Airport (KOA) to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 40 minutes.
Kailua-Kona and Kahului share the same timezone, UTC-10.
There are 22 Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport flights each week to choose from.
To ensure you catch your KOA to OGG flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Kahului holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of the United States:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Southwest Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for KOA to OGG flights, with 94.21% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KOA and OGG:
San Francisco International Airport
Honolulu International Airport
Lihue Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona Airport (KOA) to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
Rs16,208 is the lowest price for a one-way Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs35,515. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from KOA to OGG, book your journey three months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KOA to OGG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kona Airport (KOA)
Kona Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from KOA land on schedule 86% of the time.
Kona Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your flight from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from KOA, spend the night in Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OGG instead:
Grab a Maui Kahului Airport rental car and explore Kahului and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Ace Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Maui Kahului Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to central Kahului
Maui Kahului Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Kahului. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG)
The quietest month for a flight from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Kahului based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kahului is September, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Kona Airport to Maui Kahului Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from KOA to OGG in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Honolulu is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kahului. Around 153 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.