Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is 6 hours 35 minutes.
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, making Kailua-Kona three hours behind Phoenix.
Take your pick of ten weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flights. The 10:04 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 14:35.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHX to KOA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into Kailua-Kona (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for PHX to KOA flights, with 84.81% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PHX and KOA:
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Currently, £114 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £228. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from PHX to KOA, reserve your journey eight months ahead of your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding cheap flights from PHX to KOA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that take off from PHX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to PHX:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Get off your Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a comfy option a short journey from KOA, stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Hit the road running by picking up a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole to the centre of Kailua-Kona has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHX to KOA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Honolulu is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Kailua-Kona. Around 170 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another well-known destination in United States and is around 180 miles north-west of Kailua-Kona. No journey is complete without experiencing USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.