Travelling from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your adventure from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your options in Vancouver.
The average length of a direct Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is 6 hours 30 minutes.
Kailua-Kona is three hours behind Vancouver. Kona International Airport at Keahole is located in Kailua-Kona, which follows the UTC-10 timezone.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). Take your pick of 3 direct services every week. Air Canada operates a 10:50am departure between YVR and KOA.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Vancouver to KOA. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can find a direct flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) leaving from Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
When taking off from YVR, you can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole with WestJet.
WestJet is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from YVR to KOA.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air Canada has the best record for on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to KOA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight without having to rush. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land within the expected time frame. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Get off your flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a convenient option a short drive from KOA, stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Follow your own route with a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and find adventure across Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Central Kailua-Kona is around 13 kilometres from Kona International Airport at Keahole and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
At the moment, ر.ق. 465 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 835. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to KOA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). July is the peak month for travel to Kailua-Kona. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in May.
Lock in a Vancouver to KOA flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kailua-Kona to range from 17ºC to 25ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver 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 and 21ºC.
More about Kailua-Kona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kailua-Kona right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Kona International Airport at Keahole:
Your trip to Kailua-Kona won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that are worth your time include Sea Paradise Sailing and Snorkeling Tours, Kona Snorkel Trips and Paradise Sailing Hawai‘i.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Kailua-Kona, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres north-west to Honolulu to tick off its top attractions. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, consider Pearl City, about 274 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park are key reasons to visit.
