Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole takes an average of 6 hours 1 minute. The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is 3 hours behind Portland.
Flights from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole start from 07:00 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 14:30 service with Alaska Airlines. In total, you can choose from 6 services every week from PDX to KOA.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PDX and KOA are:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is C$177. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$299. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from PDX to KOA by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from PDX to KOA. You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Portland, Portland International Airport can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
After your flight from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole has landed, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Ohana Hale is a comfortable option just a short drive from KOA.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole to the center of Kailua-Kona takes around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 32 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. July is the most popular month to visit Kailua-Kona. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to KOA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Kailua-Kona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Kailua-Kona right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from PDX to KOA:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Hulihee Palace, The Puako Petroglyphs and Daifukuji Soto Mission are among the things you can't miss in Kailua-Kona.
Complete your Kailua-Kona trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Kona International Airport at Keahole, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Kailua-Kona getaway.