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Kailua-Kona.$574 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $574, select.
Kailua-Kona.$584 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 14 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.
Kailua-Kona.$594 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $594, select.
Kailua-Kona.$611 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Kona on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $611, select.
Kailua-Kona.$611 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Kona on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $611, select.
Kailua-Kona.$625 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.
Kailua-Kona.$656 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Kona on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.
Kailua-Kona.$708 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Mon, 28 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $708, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Kona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Kona flights are currently cheapest in May.
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May
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
from $594
Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Direct flights from Seattle to Kona

Seattle to Kona: Alternative routes

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

Seattle to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$574
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time6 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week108

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Kona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to Kona is $574. 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.
6 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to Kona.
Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Seattle to Kona.
As of April 2025, there are 108 flights per week flying from Seattle to Kona.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Kona is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Kona Airport on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 21 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.

Travelling from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know

  • All good adventures take off from Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out the options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) departing from this base.

  • 6 hours 16 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole.

  • Kona International Airport at Keahole is located in Kailua-Kona. The city operates in the UTC-10 timezone and is 3 hours behind Seattle.

  • The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA), with 30 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to KOA is the 08:09 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 18:46 with Alaska Airlines.

  • Your flight from Seattle to KOA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.

Airports in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • You can take a direct flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

  • When jetting out of SEA, you can take a direct flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport with Alaska Airlines.

  • SEA is roughly 23 kilometres from central Seattle. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.

  • Have an early flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:

Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)

  • Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) offers nonstop flights from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA).

  • Alaska Airlines operates direct flights from Seattle to KOA leaving from LKE. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.

  • You can get to LKE from central Seattle in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 23 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to KOA, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base:

About Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA)

  • Get off your flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfortable option a short drive from KOA, make your way to Ohana Hale.

Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona

  • Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Kailua-Kona. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 16 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 32 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA)

  • For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport, $244 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $574. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.

  • It's best to book 9 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Seattle to KOA within that timeframe.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from Seattle to KOA every day.

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

The best time to fly from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport (KOA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Kailua-Kona in May when things are quieter.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Kailua-Kona. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Seattle to KOA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 25ºC.

  • Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 13ºC and 21ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport.

More about Kailua-Kona

  • Start your Kailua-Kona trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Hulihee Palace, The Puako Petroglyphs and Daifukuji Soto Mission are attractions you won't want to skip in Kailua-Kona.

Complete your Kailua-Kona trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Seattle to Kona International Airport at Keahole to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Kailua-Kona and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

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