Travelling from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is three hours behind Long Beach.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LGB to KOA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LGB and KOA:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Kahului Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Right now, C$388 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$575. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LGB to KOA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Handy information about Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The address for LGB is 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Long Beach Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.23% of flights that depart LGB arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Long Beach Airport from central Long Beach, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LGB:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Consider staying at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after touching down from your Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. It's only a short drive from KOA and a comfy option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Hit the road running by picking up a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week before travelling.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Kailua-Kona. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kailua-Kona in May.
When booking your flight from Long Beach Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGB to KOA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Kailua-Kona has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, a trip to Honolulu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Pearl City is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No trip is complete without visiting USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.