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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Knoxville Airport to Kona Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 3,889. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Kona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Knoxville to Kona flights are currently cheapest in May.

Knoxville to Kona: Alternative routes

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

Knoxville to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 2,495
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Knoxville to Kona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Knoxville to Kona is ر.ق.‏ 3,889. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Knoxville to Kona. But we found flights with one or more stops from ر.ق.‏ 3,889.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Knoxville to Kona.
The cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Kona is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Knoxville Airport to Kona Airport on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Knoxville Airport and Kona Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kona.

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

  • Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, which makes Kailua-Kona six hours behind Knoxville.

  • Leave enough time to make your TYS to KOA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 2,495 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق.‏ 3,889. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from TYS to KOA, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from TYS to KOA.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)

  • TYS is located at 2055 Alcoa Highway.

  • 78.98% of flights that depart McGhee Tyson Airport land at their destination on time.

  • To get to McGhee Tyson Airport from central Knoxville, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking an early flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to TYS:

Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • Once your McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House is a comfortable option within easy reach of KOA.

  • Grab a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car and explore Kailua-Kona and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week in advance of your trip.

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

  • From Kona International Airport at Keahole, Kailua-Kona is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.

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

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. July is the most popular month to visit Kailua-Kona. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 25ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TYS to KOA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Honolulu is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.

  • If you want to check out another side of United States, consider Pearl City, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park are the start of reasons to visit.

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