Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours.
Kailua-Kona is three hours behind Portland and observes the UTC-10 timezone.
Flights from PDX to KOA start from 07:00 — the earliest with Alaska Airlines. The last service of the day is at 08:05 with Alaska Airlines. Overall, there are six weekly Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flights.
Leave enough time to make your PDX to KOA flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Kailua-Kona (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PDX to KOA flights. A dependable 88.52% of its services on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PDX and KOA:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is 118 €. A return plane ticket is currently 236 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PDX to KOA, reserve your trip seven months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PDX land on schedule 83.65% of the time.
Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PDX? If you've booked 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)
Step off your Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfy option within easy reach of KOA, head for Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Pick up a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car and discover Kailua-Kona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week before your trip.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole is roughly 13 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 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Portland International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PDX to KOA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Honolulu is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, Pearl City is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.