Flying from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) taking off from either of these.
Kailua-Kona is six hours behind Tampa. Kona International Airport at Keahole is located in Kailua-Kona, which is in the UTC-10 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Tampa to KOA. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
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Of all flights leaving Tampa International Airport, 78.59% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
TPA's address is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
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When it comes to flight punctuality, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.01%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Hop off your flight from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from KOA, make your way to Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Grab a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car and explore Kailua-Kona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole is around 13 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole is 230 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 364 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Tampa to KOA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
May is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Kailua-Kona based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Tampa to KOA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Kailua-Kona
Start your Kailua-Kona trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to Kona International Airport at Keahole, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sea Paradise Sailing and Snorkeling Tours, Kona Snorkel Trips and Paradise Sailing Hawai‘i are highlights which should be on any well-planned Kailua-Kona itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Kailua-Kona, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 257 kilometres north-west to Honolulu to check off its leading attractions. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Pearl City is another essential stop in the United States and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No journey is complete without dropping by USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park.