Traveling from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) departing from either of these.
The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is 6 hours behind New York. Kona International Airport at Keahole is located in Kailua-Kona.
Your flight from New York to KOA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
August is a busy month for traveling. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is around 24 kilometers from the center of New York. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Newark Liberty International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can arrive at JFK from the center of New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometers or so.
It's your vacation, so why not book another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to KOA:
About Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA)
Get off your flight from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfortable option a short drive from KOA, head for Ohana Hale.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport to the center of Kailua-Kona takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 32 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport, $223 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from $437. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from New York to KOA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA)
May is the quietest time to travel to Kailua-Kona. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kailua-Kona. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from New York to KOA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 25ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 13ºC and 21ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport.
More about Kailua-Kona
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kailua-Kona:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Hulihee Palace, The Puako Petroglyphs and Daifukuji Soto Mission are top sights which should be on any well-planned Kailua-Kona itinerary.
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