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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from New York to Kona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Kona flights are currently cheapest in August.

New York to Kona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Kailua-Kona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kona.

New York to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$437
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York to Kona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York to Kona is $437. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Kona. But we found flights with one stop from $437.
There are no flights flying from New York to Kona, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Kona is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Kona Airport on Monday, October 27, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Kona Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kailua-Kona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kona is United.

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.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from New York to KOA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price drops.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport.

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.

Complete your Kailua-Kona trip with a car rental

  • Shut down all those tabs and leave the hard work to us. We've also got incredible deals on car rentals in Kailua-Kona once you've booked your cheap flight from New York to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Easily compare prices all in one place and drive away with the perfect rental for less.

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