Hawaii Flight Tips

   Top Airlines That Fly To Kona

Book cheap flights & plane tickets to Kona with Jetsetz. Jetsetz is an airline ticket consolidator that specializes in cheap flights to Kona, Hawaii.  As a wholesaler, Jetsetz compares top airlines & travel websites to find the cheapest flights to Kona, Hawaii.  Some of the top airlines that fly to Kona are: Hawaiian Airlines, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest and Alaska Airlines to name a few.  Each of these airlines offer cheap non-stop flights to Kona as well as direct flights to Kona connecting through various airports located in the United States.  Jetsetz also works with all major airlines that offer one-way flights to Kona.

   Kona Hawaii International Airport (KOA)

The best way to find cheap flights to Kona, Hawaii is to book your flight to the Kona International Airport (KOA).  The Kona International Airport is the largest airport on the Island of Hawaii and is the primary gateway to the westward side of the Island, and the town of Kona.  The Kona International Airport is the best airport to fly into for cheap flights to the Island of Hawaii.  If you are searching for flights to the Kona International Airport, please enter the airport code KOA into the arrival city search box. This will narrow your flight search to the Kona International Airport.  For more information on the Kona International Airport, please visit the Airport Transportation section below.

Big Island Of Hawaii Cheap Flight Tip - If you are planning on traveling to the north-east part of the Island consider flying into the Hilo International Airport (ITO).  The Hilo International Airport is the second largest airport on the Big Island and offers direct access to the town of Hilo.  The Hilo International Airport also offers a large selection of airlines that fly direct to Hilo from various cities throughout the United States.  Depending on the connection time, the Hilo International Airport may be a faster and cheaper way to fly to the big Island of Hawaii.  

   Best Time To Fly To Kona

Kona is located in the southern part of the United States in the state of Hawaii.  The best time to fly to Kona and Hilo is between the months of September – November as the weather is pleasant and the tourist season has ended.  January - February is the low season in Kona and Hilo and is the best time to find cheap flights to Kona.  February is the cheapest time to fly to Kona and Hilo.  The months of March (Spring Break) and July - August (Summer) are the primary travel months, with the most expensive prices on flights to Kona and Hilo.  If you are planning to fly during these times, be sure to book your flight at least 60 days prior to your departure date to get the cheapest fare.

   Cheap Flights From The Big Island

The Kona International Airport is a great airport to find cheap flights to and from Kona. There are numerous US and International airlines that offer cheap flights from the Kona International Airport.  If you plan to depart Kona for flights within the United States, you will need to depart out of the domestic terminal.  Most domestic flights are handled by Hawaiian Airlines, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines.   If you plan to depart Kona for flights outside of the United States, you will need to depart out of the International terminal. Most international airlines fly into and out of the Kona International Airport.  As the KonaInternational Airport is one of the largest airports in the United States, give yourself at least 2 hours to get through security and customs prior to catching your international flight.

   Kona Airport Transportation

If you choose to fly into the Kona International Airport, you will need to work out your ground transportation.  The Kona International Airport is 25 minutes of downtown Kailua and 30 minutes to Waikoloa.   The best way to get from the airport to the downtown Kailua or Waikoloa is to take a taxi, rental car or a shuttle bus.  Once you are in Kona, the taxis and a rental car are the best way to get around the city.  If you are planning on traveling outside of Kona, or if you want to visit other areas within the Big Island, you will probably want to hire a rental car.  You can either rent a car at Kona International Airport or take a taxi into Kailua-Kona and rent a car at one of the many rental car offices located throughout Kailua-Kona.  For cheap Kona rental cars, please visit the Jetsetz website.

   Hilo Airport Information:

The Hilo International Airport is conveniently located near Hilo Bay.  The best way to get from the airport to the downtown Hilo is to take a taxi, rental car or a shuttle bus.  Once you are in Hilo, the taxis are the best way to get around the city.  If you are planning on traveling outside of Hilo or if you want to visit other cities within Hawaii, you will probably want to hire a rental car.  You can either rent a car at the Hilo International Airport or take a taxi into downtown Hilo and rent a car at one of the many rental car offices located throughout Hilo. For cheap Kona rental cars, please visit the Jetsetz website.

   Big Island Tourist Information 

Spanning over 4,000 square miles and twice as big as any other island in the Hawaiian Island chain, the Island of Hawaii is called the "Big Island" for a reason.  The island of Hawaii was created by the formation of the volcanoes Mauna Loa (the tallest volcano in the world at an elevation of 30,000 feet) and Kilauea, the most active volcano on earth.  Traveling to the Big Island of Hawaii will allow you to experience some of the most diverse micro-climates in the world.  From the beach, to the plains, to the great volcanic mountains, the diversity of climates and flora are amazing.  There is also much diversity in the towns of Hawaii.  Some towns such as Hilo are laid back while some of the resort areas of Kona are more traditional and Waimea and Waikoloa Village are more exclusive.  Whatever your taste, there is something for everyone to enjoy on the island of Hawaii.