Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Kailua-Kona, US 🇺🇸 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
PHKO
IATA
KOA
Elevation
47 ft
Region
US-HI
Local Time
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GPS Code: PHKO
Local Code: KOA
Location: 19.738783° N, -156.045603° E
Continent: Oceania
Type: Large International Airport
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Airport Routes
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) offers 107 flight routes operated by 9 airlines. Major carriers include Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Aloha Cargo and others. Popular destinations from Kailua-Kona include Daniel K Inouye Intl, Los Angeles Intl, Kahului, San Jose Int'l and San Francisco Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Harry Reid Intl (LAS) new
- Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) new
- Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) new
- Denver Intl (DEN) new
- Daniel K Inouye Intl (HNL) new
- Ontario Intl (ONT) new
- Waimea-Kohala (MUE) new
- Salt Lake City Intl (SLC) new
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) new
- Sacramento Intl (SMF) new
- Kahului (OGG) new
- Lihue (LIH) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
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Top Airlines
Operating at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at KeaholeAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hawaiian Airlines
HAL
/ HA
|
4 | 835 | 4 | Jan 31, 2026 |
Southwest
SWA
/ WN
|
4 | 367 | 4 | Jan 31, 2026 |
|
Aloha Cargo
AAH
/ KH
|
3 | 287 | 3 | Jan 31, 2026 |
Alaska Airlines
ASA
/ AS
|
9 | 254 | 9 | Jan 31, 2026 |
United
UAL
/ UA
|
4 | 94 | 4 | Jan 31, 2026 |
Delta Air Lines
DAL
/ DL
|
3 | 76 | 3 | Jan 31, 2026 |
American Airlines
AAL
/ AA
|
3 | 60 | 3 | Jan 31, 2026 |
United Parcel Service
UPS
/ 5X
|
2 | 55 | 2 | Jan 30, 2026 |
|
Southern Airways Express
FDY
/ 9X
|
2 | 45 | 2 | Jan 31, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
17/35 |
11000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.4 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.9 MHz |
| CNTR | HONOLULU CNTR | 126.0 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.3 MHz |
| RCO | HONOLULU | 123.6 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available across the street from the baggage claim areas, with a dispatcher on-site to assist passengers. Ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft also operate from designated pickup zones at the airport.
Rental Cars
Major car rental companies (including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National) are located in a consolidated facility across the street from the terminal. Free, dedicated shuttles run continuously between the baggage claim areas and the rental car center. Booking in advance is highly recommended.
Public Transportation
The Hele-On Bus, the county's public transit system, offers limited service to and from the airport. While it is an affordable option, routes and schedules are infrequent and may not be convenient for travelers with significant luggage. It is best to check the official Hele-On Bus website for current timetables.
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