Flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona is six hours behind Columbus and is in the UTC-10 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMH to KOA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between CMH and KOA:
Los Angeles International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Currently, $400 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. The best price for a return ticket is $688. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CMH to KOA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
79.5% of flights leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Columbus to John Glenn Columbus International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near CMH? If you've booked an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Consider checking in to Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after touching down from your John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. It's only a short drive from KOA and a good choice if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Hit the road running by picking up a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week before you travel.
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 13 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. July is the most popular month to head to Kailua-Kona. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CMH to KOA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Kailua-Kona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a trip to Honolulu will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another standout destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No journey is complete without visiting USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.
