Direct (nonstop) flights from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona

3 airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Kona (KOA). It's 163 miles (263 km), about 48m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
KOA
Kona
🇺🇸 Kailua-Kona, USA
Flight Time
48m
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 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
HNL → KOA
Flight Time
48m
Distance
163 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
HNL → KOA
Flight Time
48m
Distance
163 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HNL → KOA
Flight Time
48m
Distance
163 mi

Alternative Routes

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

HNL OGG (Kahului) KOA
Leg 1: 43m (100 mi) Leg 2: 36m (83 mi) Total: ~1h 19m 🍃 59 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → OGG
43m · 100 mi
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Leg 2
OGG → KOA
36m · 83 mi
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HNL LIH (Kauai Island) KOA
Leg 1: 43m (102 mi) Leg 2: 52m (263 mi) Total: ~1h 35m 🍃 93 kg CO₂ (+210% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → LIH
43m · 102 mi
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Leg 2
LIH → KOA
52m · 263 mi
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HNL SMF (Sacramento) KOA
Leg 1: 5h 10m (2,461 mi) Leg 2: 5h 25m (2,435 mi) Total: ~10h 35m 🍃 852 kg CO₂ (+2740% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → SMF
5h 10m · 2,461 mi
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Leg 2
SMF → KOA
5h 25m · 2,435 mi
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HNL SFO (San Francisco) KOA
Leg 1: 5h 9m (2,397 mi) Leg 2: 5h 39m (2,366 mi) Total: ~10h 48m 🍃 830 kg CO₂ (+2667% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → SFO
5h 9m · 2,397 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → KOA
5h 39m · 2,366 mi
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HNL SJC (San Jose) KOA
Leg 1: 5h 15m (2,416 mi) Leg 2: 5h 35m (2,384 mi) Total: ~10h 50m 🍃 836 kg CO₂ (+2687% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → SJC
5h 15m · 2,416 mi
View HNL to SJC flights →
Leg 2
SJC → KOA
5h 35m · 2,384 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Honolulu (HNL) to Kailua-Kona (KOA) takes approximately 0 hours and 48 minutes. The distance is 163 miles (263 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona?

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

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

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

How far is Honolulu from Kailua-Kona?

The flight distance from Honolulu to Kailua-Kona 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 Honolulu to Kailua-Kona?

At 48m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

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 Honolulu International Airport for this flight?

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