Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

Kailua-Kona, US πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

PHKO

IATA

KOA

Elevation

47 ft

Region

US-HI

Local Time

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Airport Information

GPS Code: PHKO

Local Code: KOA

Location: 19.738783Β° N, -156.045603Β° E

Continent: NA

Type: Medium Airport

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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

Ident Name Type Frequency
KOA Kona VORTAC 112100 kHz

Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole
Airlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
4 228 4 Sep 18, 2025
4 107 4 Sep 18, 2025
3 94 3 Sep 18, 2025
5 68 5 Sep 16, 2025
2 23 2 Sep 18, 2025
2 22 2 Sep 18, 2025
1 17 1 Sep 18, 2025
2 16 2 Sep 18, 2025
FDY
FDY / 9X
1 13 1 Sep 18, 2025

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 23, 2025
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.

Nearby Airports

Waimea Kohala Airport
MUE β€’ PHMU
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~49 km away
Hilo International Airport
ITO β€’ PHTO
Hilo, US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~105 km away
Hana Airport
HNM β€’ PHHN
Hana, US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~117 km away
Kahului International Airport
OGG β€’ PHOG
Kahului, US
Large International Airport Scheduled Service
~134 km away
Manele Heliport
US-0719
Lanai, US
Heliport Scheduled Service
~144 km away
Lanai Airport
LNY β€’ PHNY
Lanai City, US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~150 km away
Kahului International Airport
OGG β€’ PHOG
Kahului, US
Large International Airport Scheduled Service
~134 km away
Waimea Kohala Airport
MUE β€’ PHMU
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~49 km away
Hilo International Airport
ITO β€’ PHTO
Hilo, US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~105 km away
Hana Airport
HNM β€’ PHHN
Hana, US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~117 km away
Lanai Airport
LNY β€’ PHNY
Lanai City, US
Medium Airport Scheduled Service
~150 km away
Bradshaw Army Airfield
BSF β€’ PHSF
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Small Airport
~52 km away
Cooper Airfield
US-0224
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Small Airport
~55 km away
Upolu Airport
UPP β€’ PHUP
Hawi, US
Small Airport
~61 km away
Honokaa Airstrip
HI05
Honokaa, US
Small Airport
~69 km away
Upper Paauilo Airstrip
HI27
Paauilo, US
Small Airport
~76 km away
Pahala Airstrip
HI28
Pahala, US
Small Airport
~84 km away
Kaalaiki Airstrip
HI25
Naalehu, US
Small Airport
~84 km away
Pepeekeo Airstrip
HI32
Pepeekeo, US
Small Airport
~99 km away
Makalei Fire Station Heliport
US-8434
Kailua-Kona, US
Heliport
~7 km away
Kailua-Kona Fire Station Heliport
US-8489
Kailua-Kona, US
Heliport
~12 km away
Kaupulehu Heliport
00HI
Kailua-Kona, US
Heliport
~13 km away
Kona Community Hospital Helipad
US-3202
Kealakekua, US
Heliport
~28 km away
Waikoloa Heliport
WKL β€’ HI07
Waikoloa Village, US
Heliport
~28 km away
South Kohala Fire Station Heliport
US-0763
Waikoloa Village, US
Heliport
~32 km away
Hapuna Heliport
US-6940
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Heliport
~39 km away
Camp Pohakuloa West (Kulua Road) Heliport
US-7603
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Heliport
~44 km away
Old Kona Airport
US-0266
Kailua-Kona, US
Closed Airport
~11 km away
Kona Village Resort Airport
US-1587
Kailua-Kona, US
Closed Airport
~12 km away
Puu Waa Waa Ranch Airport
US-11320
Kailua-Kona, US
Closed Airport
~22 km away
Waikoloa Air Strip
US-0764
Waikoloa Village, US
Closed Airport
~28 km away
Old Waimea-Kamuela Airport / Bordelon Field
US-1588
Waimea (Kamuela), US
Closed Airport
~48 km away
Upper Paauau Airport
US-11321
Pahala, US
Closed Airport
~80 km away
Kahuku Airstrip
US-1592
Naalehu, US
Closed Airport
~84 km away
Waipunalei Airstrip
US-1589
Laupahoehoe, US
Closed Airport
~86 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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Amazing Approach Posted by Cactus211 on July 4, 2011

Saw whales breaching during my descent into Kona! The ocean was sparkling and it was a clear day!

Aircraft Rental Posted by Komatoast on June 29, 2011

Recommend Tropicbird Flight School if you are wanting to rent an aircraft while on the Big Island. They have great aircraft including a 182; a G1000 172 and Diamond 120. Call Mike or Ashley to reserve an aircraft. Spectacular island flying!

Looks like the inside of a BBQ! Posted by viennatech on November 7, 2008

The approach into this airport is amazing with blackened earth surrounding pristine tarmac. It was quite the shock to see this place in the middle of paradise. The airport itself is made up of a series of interconnected huts. Half the time you are outdoors even on the airside.