Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Kona Airport (KOA): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport.
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, which makes Kailua-Kona three hours behind Phoenix.
Flights from PHX to KOA start from 10:04 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 14:35 with American Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport flights.
Get to 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 prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
American Airlines has direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Kailua-Kona — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 85.06% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time record for PHX to KOA flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHX and KOA:
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Honolulu International Airport
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX reach their destination without delay.
To reach Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Kona Airport (KOA)
Consider a stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after arriving from your Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport flight. It's a short drive from KOA and a great option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
Follow your own route with a Kona Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and chase adventure across Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Kona Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Kona Airport (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
From Kona Airport, Kailua-Kona is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kona Airport (KOA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Kailua-Kona in March.
When booking your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Kona Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to KOA in January. Average temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Kailua-Kona, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometers north-west to Honolulu to check off its leading attractions. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
