Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is three hours behind Oakland.
Each week, there are five Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 09:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 14:40 with Southwest Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your OAK to KOA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to discovering Kailua-Kona (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for OAK to KOA flights, with 90.16% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between OAK and KOA include:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Kahului Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is $239. A round-trip fare is currently $441. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from OAK to KOA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
83.61% of flights departing from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from OAK.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near OAK:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Consider checking in to Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after your Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. It's not too far from KOA and a handy option if you want to get some sleep right away.
Get on the fast track to adventure 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.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week in advance.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
From Kona International Airport at Keahole, Kailua-Kona is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole for August if you want to go to Kailua-Kona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OAK to KOA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Honolulu is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another well-known destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No trip is complete without a visit to USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.
