Direct (nonstop) flights from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kona (KOA) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL). It's 163 miles (263 km), about 49m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

KOA
Kona
🇺🇸 Kailua-Kona, USA
HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
Flight Time
49m
Distance
163 mi
263 km
CO₂/pax
30 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
KOA → HNL
Flight Time
49m
Distance
163 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
KOA → HNL
Flight Time
49m
Distance
163 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
KOA → HNL
Flight Time
49m
Distance
163 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu with one stop · direct emits 30 kg CO₂ per passenger

KOA OGG (Kahului) HNL
Leg 1: 37m (83 mi) Leg 2: 41m (100 mi) Total: ~1h 18m 🍃 59 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KOA → OGG
37m · 83 mi
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Leg 2
OGG → HNL
41m · 100 mi
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KOA LIH (Kauai Island) HNL
Leg 1: 56m (263 mi) Leg 2: 38m (102 mi) Total: ~1h 34m 🍃 93 kg CO₂ (+210% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KOA → LIH
56m · 263 mi
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Leg 2
LIH → HNL
38m · 102 mi
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KOA SFO (San Francisco) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 8m (2,366 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,397 mi) Total: ~10h 53m 🍃 830 kg CO₂ (+2667% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KOA → SFO
5h 8m · 2,366 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → HNL
5h 45m · 2,397 mi
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KOA SMF (Sacramento) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 10m (2,435 mi) Leg 2: 5h 43m (2,461 mi) Total: ~10h 53m 🍃 852 kg CO₂ (+2740% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KOA → SMF
5h 10m · 2,435 mi
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Leg 2
SMF → HNL
5h 43m · 2,461 mi
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KOA SJC (San Jose) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 9m (2,384 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,416 mi) Total: ~10h 54m 🍃 836 kg CO₂ (+2687% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KOA → SJC
5h 9m · 2,384 mi
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Leg 2
SJC → HNL
5h 45m · 2,416 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu?

A nonstop flight from Kailua-Kona (KOA) to Honolulu (HNL) takes approximately 0 hours and 49 minutes. The distance is 163 miles (263 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu?

3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu?

Yes. 3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Kailua-Kona from Honolulu?

The flight distance from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu is 163 miles (263 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu?

At 49m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu?

Roughly 30 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 150 km.

Is the return flight from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kailua-Kona to Honolulu?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kona for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.