Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Kona Airport (KOA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport is 7 hours 40 minutes.
Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, which makes Kailua-Kona three hours behind Denver.
Flights from DEN to KOA start from 12:15 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 12:20 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Denver International Airport to Kona Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DEN to KOA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
United offers direct flights from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Kailua-Kona — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with United on this route.
With a reliable 93.33% of services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier for DEN to KOA flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DEN and KOA include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Maui Kahului Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Kona Airport (KOA)
177 € is the best price for a one-way Denver International Airport to Kona Airport flight. Return flights start from 344 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book three months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEN to KOA.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DEN to KOA.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DEN arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Denver International Airport from central Denver, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport? Consider Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before making your way to DEN.
Arriving at Kona Airport (KOA)
Get off your Denver International Airport to Kona Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a handy option a short journey from KOA, check out Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Go where the road takes you with a Kona Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and chase adventure across Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Kona Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kona Airport (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Kailua-Kona. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kona Airport (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Denver International Airport to Kona Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEN to KOA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Kailua-Kona, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Honolulu to tick off its top attractions. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.