HNL → KOA
Flights from Honolulu to Kona
Honolulu to Kona (HNL–KOA) is a short nonstop inter-island air route within the Hawaiian Islands. It is served nonstop by 2 airlines. Use Flyroz to compare live fares, then book directly with the airline or travel site — we never add a booking fee.
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How long is the flight?
Nonstop flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Kona (KOA) take roughly 0h 43m–0h 52m in the air, estimated from the ~263 km great-circle distance. This is an estimate, not a published block time — exact times vary by aircraft, routing and conditions.
Airlines flying this route
Nonstop HNL–KOA service is operated by Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Carriers were verified against FlightConnections (accessed 2026-07-13); schedules change over time, so check current results for your dates. Hawaii's inter-island flying is now a two-carrier market: Alaska Airlines — which now operates the former Hawaiian Airlines inter-island service — and Southwest Airlines. Following the Alaska/Hawaiian merger, Hawaiian's flights moved onto Alaska's code (the "HA" flight code was retired in April 2026), though many still fly in Hawaiian livery with Hawaiian's cabin service (see reviewNote for sources).
Direct vs. connecting flights
This is a short inter-island hop; nonstop is the norm and connecting itineraries are rare. Run a live search to compare fares and times.
Best time to fly & book
Fares to Hawaii tend to be higher around US holidays, summer and the year-end peak, and lower in the shoulder seasons. Booking ahead and keeping dates flexible generally gives more choice.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a nonstop flight from Honolulu to Kona?
Yes — HNL–KOA is served nonstop by Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Run a live search to compare fares on your dates.
How long is the flight from Honolulu to Kona?
Nonstop flights take roughly 0h 43m–0h 52m in the air (a great-circle estimate; exact times vary by aircraft and conditions).
Which airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu to Kona?
Nonstop service is operated by Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Note that Alaska Airlines now operates the former Hawaiian Airlines flights following the two carriers' merger. Schedules change, so confirm current options with a live search.
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