Flying from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Kona Airport (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, which makes Kailua-Kona four hours behind Austin.
To ensure you get on your AUS to KOA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport. These are the top stopovers between AUS and KOA:
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Honolulu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Kona Airport (KOA)
C$286 is currently the best price for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$569. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AUS to KOA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AUS to KOA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Austin-Bergstrom Airport, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Austin-Bergstrom Airport from central Austin, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AUS:
Arriving at Kona Airport (KOA)
Step off your Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a comfortable option within easy reach of KOA, stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kona Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Kona Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Kona Airport (KOA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Kailua-Kona in March.
When booking your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Kona Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUS to KOA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Honolulu is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
