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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles International to Kona from $243

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Kailua-Kona.$508 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Kona on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $508, select.
Kailua-Kona.$521 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kona on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
Kailua-Kona.$521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 1 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kona on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
Kailua-Kona.$531 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $531, select.
Kailua-Kona.$538 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Kona on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $538, select.
Kailua-Kona.$538 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Kona on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $538, select.
Kailua-Kona.$547 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $547, select.
Kailua-Kona.$550 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $550, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Kona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Kona flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $547
May
from $508
Jun
from $531
Jul
from $570
Aug
from $550
Sep
from $538
Oct
from $556
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Dec
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Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Kona

Los Angeles International to Kona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Kailua-Kona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kona.

Los Angeles to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$508
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week114

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Kona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Kona is $508. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Kona.
Aeromexico, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Los Angeles International to Kona.
As of April 2025, there are 114 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Kona.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Kona is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona Airport on Thursday, 1 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kailua-Kona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kona.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know

  • 5 hours 42 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Kailua-Kona is 3 hours behind Los Angeles and operates on the UTC-10 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 40 weekly flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. The 08:30 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available between LAX and KOA. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:10 if early mornings aren't your thing.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the LAX - KOA route are:

    • Kahului Airport

    • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

    • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • $243 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Return flights start from $508. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To snag cheap flight tickets from LAX to KOA, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from LAX to KOA every day.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The journey from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes about 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LAX:

Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • Hop off your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole and hop into your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option a short journey from KOA, make your way to Ohana Hale.

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. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 32 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. July is the most popular month to visit Kailua-Kona. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to KOA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 21ºC then.

More about Kailua-Kona

  • As soon as you've booked your flights from LAX to KOA, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Kailua-Kona. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Hulihee Palace, The Puako Petroglyphs and Daifukuji Soto Mission are highlights which should feature on any good Kailua-Kona itinerary.

Complete your Kailua-Kona trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Kona International Airport at Keahole, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Kailua-Kona stay.

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