Flying from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) jetting off from either of these.
The average time for a direct Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is 5 hours 45 minutes.
Kailua-Kona is three hours behind Los Angeles. Kona International Airport at Keahole is located in Kailua-Kona, which operates on the UTC-10 timezone.
With 30 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from LAX to KOA is with United Airlines at 5:50pm.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to KOA.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) take off from this terminal.
Multiple airlines at LAX offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Some of the most well-known are:
The top choice among passengers flying between LAX and KOA is United Airlines.
American Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 96.67% of its services on this route reach their destination on schedule.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to KOA flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Get off your flight from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a convenient option a short journey from KOA, stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Follow your own route with a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and experience more of Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Kailua-Kona. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Rs30,867 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole. A return flight starts at Rs61,549. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to KOA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). Plan your visit to Kailua-Kona in May for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 25ºC. Book your Los Angeles to KOA flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 21ºC.
More about Kailua-Kona
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kailua-Kona right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Kona International Airport at Keahole:
Your Kailua-Kona visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you can't miss include Sea Paradise Sailing and Snorkeling Tours, Kona Snorkel Trips and Paradise Sailing Hawai‘i.
Explore more of the United States
Kailua-Kona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a trip to Honolulu will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
Pearl City is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No trip is complete without seeing USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park.
