Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona is four hours behind Salt Lake City and follows the UTC-10 timezone.
Your SLC to KOA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Here are the most popular stopovers between SLC and KOA:
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Currently, 154 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 317 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SLC to KOA, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
82.4% of flights leaving Salt Lake City International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SLC.
To reach Salt Lake City International Airport from central Salt Lake City, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SLC:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Hop off your Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfy option a short journey from KOA, stay at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's main sights.
Booking your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole to central Kailua-Kona has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. July is the most popular month to visit Kailua-Kona. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kailua-Kona, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SLC to KOA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
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Pearl City is another well-known destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. No journey is complete without experiencing USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.