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Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole

También conocido como: Kona Airport, KOA Airport, Kona International Airport, Kailua-Kona Airport. Antes Kona International Airport at Keāhole, Keāhole-Kona International Airport, Ke-āhole Airport.

KOA · PHKO · Kailua-Kona

Datos del aeropuerto

Nombre
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole
Código IATA
KOA
Código OACI
PHKO
Ciudad
Kailua-Kona
País
United States of America
Dirección
73-200 Kupipi Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States
Coordenadas
19.7388, -156.0456
Zona horaria
Pacific/Honolulu
Terminales
Two open-air terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, joined by a central security checkpoint, with outdoor baggage claim and no jet bridges

Sobre Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole

Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA) is the main airport for the west side of Hawaiʻi Island, the Big Island, in the US state of Hawaii. Most travelers simply call it Kona Airport. It stands on the lava fields at Keāhole Point, about 7 miles (11 km) north of Kailua-Kona.

Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly the most routes, linking Kona with Honolulu, Maui, Kauai and cities on the US West Coast. United, Southwest, American and Delta add flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Phoenix, Dallas, Seattle and other mainland cities, and Canadian airlines fly seasonally from Vancouver and Calgary.

The airport is a group of low, open-air pavilions with peaked roofs, signposted as Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 and joined by a central security checkpoint. There are no jet bridges: you board and leave the aircraft by stairs or ramps on the apron, and baggage claim is outdoors at ground level.

From the airport, the Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway runs south to Kailua-Kona, Keauhou and the Kona coffee country, and north to the resorts of Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, Mauna Kea and the Kohala Coast. Hilo and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park are on the far side of the island.

Operador, pistas y tráfico del aeropuerto

Operator

Hawaii Department of Transportation, Airports Division

Runway

One runway, 17/35

Opened

1970, as Ke-āhole Airport

Current name

Since 2017, honoring astronaut Ellison Onizuka, who was born in Kona

Consejos de llegada a Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole

Flights from Honolulu, the other Hawaiian islands and the US mainland are domestic, so there is no passport control: you walk down the stairs or ramp from the aircraft and follow the signs to baggage claim. Flights from Vancouver and Calgary usually clear US border preclearance in Canada before departure.

If you fly in from the mainland or from abroad, fill in Hawaii's Plants and Animals Declaration Form before landing, on paper on the plane or digitally where your airline offers it. Fresh fruit, plants, soil and animals need declaring.

Kona's terminals are open-air pavilions, so expect warm air and sunshine as soon as you leave the plane. Baggage claim is outdoors at ground level beside the arrivals walkways, and the walk from the gate is short.

Taxis wait near baggage claim, while rideshare pickups, rental car shuttles and the Hele-On bus stop use the center median across the road. Pre-booked drivers meet you at baggage claim. Hawaii is on Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (UTC-10) all year, with no daylight saving time.

Transporte terrestre

With few buses, most travelers drive a rental car or take a taxi or pre-booked car to Kailua-Kona and the Kohala Coast resorts.

  • Rental car

    Rental company shuttles pick up in the center median across from baggage claim and run to the nearby lots. Cars can sell out during busy weeks, so reserve early.

  • Taxi from Kona airport

    Taxis wait near baggage claim and go door to door to Kailua-Kona, Keauhou and the Waikoloa and Kohala Coast resorts. Fares are metered, which adds up on the longer resort runs.

  • Uber and Lyft

    Rideshare pickups are in the center median across from the security checkpoint, a short walk from either baggage claim. Waits can be longer late at night.

  • Shared shuttle

    Shared shuttles such as SpeediShuttle run from baggage claim to West Hawaiʻi hotels, stopping at other hotels on the way.

  • Hele-On bus

    Hawaii County's Hele-On buses stop on the center median next to the rideshare area, with limited service to Kailua-Kona, the Kohala resorts, Waimea and Hilo. Schedules are sparse and luggage space is limited.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked car or van meets you at baggage claim, useful for families, groups, late arrivals and resorts along the Kohala Coast.

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Terminales

Terminal 1

One of the airport's two open-air terminals, with its own check-in lobby, gates and outdoor baggage claim area, reached through the central security checkpoint.

Terminal 2

The second open-air terminal, with its own check-in lobby, gates and outdoor baggage claim area, also reached through the central security checkpoint.

Aerolíneas y destinos

Terminal assignments change; check the lobby on your booking or the airport signs.

Air Canada

Vancouver (seasonal)

Alaska Airlines

Honolulu, Kahului, Lihue, Los Angeles, Portland, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and more

American Airlines

Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Phoenix

Delta Air Lines

Los Angeles, Salt Lake City (seasonal), Seattle

Hawaiian Airlines

Honolulu, Kahului, Los Angeles, Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose and more

Mokulele Airlines

Kahului

Southwest Airlines

Honolulu, Kahului, Las Vegas, Sacramento and more

United Airlines

Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco and more

WestJet

Calgary, Vancouver (seasonal)

Servicios e instalaciones

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi is available on the Kona Airport Free Wi-Fi network.

  • Restaurant and bar

    Laniakea by Centerplate has a restaurant and bar in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  • Snack shop

    KBS Snackshop is in the center median between the terminals.

  • Newsstands and gifts

    Aloha News Stand is in Terminal 1 and Hawaii News Stand in Terminal 2, with Tiare's Gift Shop in both terminals.

  • Lei stands

    Cho's Leis & Flowers and Tiare's Flowers sell fresh lei in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  • ATMs

    ATMs are available in the terminal area.

  • Restrooms and baby care

    Restroom buildings serve both terminals, with wheelchair-accessible family restrooms and baby changing facilities.

  • Pet relief area

    A pet relief station is available for service animals and pets.

Accesibilidad y asistencia al pasajero

  • Requesting assistance

    Ask your airline for wheelchair or boarding help when you book, ideally at least 48 hours before you fly. Airline staff provide assistance at the gate and on the apron.

  • Reduced mobility

    Kona has no jet bridges, so passengers board by stairs or ramps; tell your airline in advance if you cannot use stairs, so a lift or ramp is arranged.

  • Accessible transportation

    Some of the airport's listed pre-arranged ground transportation companies have ADA-accessible vehicles.

  • Service animals

    Service animals travel under airline rules, and a pet relief station is available at the airport.

Estacionamiento

Short-term parking

Parking in front of the terminals, for pickups and short visits.

Long-term parking

A lot a few minutes' walk from the terminals, for longer trips.

Cell phone lot

A free waiting lot before the terminal entrance, where drivers wait until arriving passengers call.

Preguntas frecuentes

How far is Kona airport from Kailua-Kona?

Kona Airport is about 7 miles (11 km) north of Kailua-Kona town, and the drive takes about 15 to 20 minutes on the Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway outside rush hour. Taxis, rental cars, rideshare and pre-booked cars cover the trip, and Hele-On buses run on a limited schedule.

Is Kona airport the same as Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport?

Yes. The airport's official name is Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole, and its code is KOA. Most travelers call it Kona Airport or Kona International Airport. It was renamed in 2017 to honor astronaut Ellison Onizuka, who was born in Kona.

Should I fly into Kona or Hilo?

Fly into Kona (KOA) if you are staying in Kailua-Kona, Keauhou or the Kohala Coast resorts on the dry west side of the island. Hilo (ITO) is on the east side, closer to Hilo town and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Kona has more mainland flights, while Hilo has mostly interisland service.

How many terminals does Kona airport have?

Kona Airport has two open-air terminals, signposted Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, joined by a central security checkpoint. Each has its own check-in lobby, gates and outdoor baggage claim area. There are no jet bridges, so you board and leave the aircraft by stairs or ramps.

Is Kona airport outdoors?

Yes, mostly. Kona's terminals are open-air pavilions with peaked roofs, and the gate areas and baggage claim are outdoors or only partly covered. You walk across the apron to and from the aircraft. It is pleasant in the trade winds but can feel warm in the afternoon sun.

Which airlines fly to Kona?

Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly the most routes from Kona, to Honolulu, Maui, Kauai and the US West Coast. United, Southwest, American and Delta serve mainland cities such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Phoenix, Dallas and Seattle, Mokulele flies to Maui, and Air Canada and WestJet fly seasonally from Canada.

How far is Kona airport from Waikoloa and Mauna Lani?

Waikoloa Beach Resort is about 18 miles (29 km) north of Kona Airport, around 25 to 30 minutes by car on the Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway. Mauna Lani is a few miles farther north, about 30 to 35 minutes away, and the Mauna Kea resort area about 40 minutes.

How far is Kona airport from Hilo and Volcanoes National Park?

Hilo is on the opposite side of the island, roughly 2 hours from Kona Airport by car across the Saddle Road. Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is about 2.5 to 3 hours south and east via the Belt Road through Kaʻū. Many visitors spend a night near the park rather than driving back the same day.

Where do I get a taxi at Kona airport?

Taxis wait near the baggage claim areas, outside arrivals. They go door to door to Kailua-Kona, Keauhou and the Kohala Coast resorts. Fares are metered, so the longer trips north to Waikoloa and Mauna Lani cost noticeably more than a ride into Kailua-Kona.

Where is Uber and Lyft pickup at Kona airport?

Uber and Lyft pick up in the center median across from the security checkpoint, a short walk from either baggage claim area. Follow the rideshare signs. Drivers can be scarcer late at night and early in the morning, so waits may be longer then.

Is there a bus from Kona airport?

Yes, but service is limited. Hawaii County's Hele-On buses stop on the center median next to the rideshare area, with routes to Kailua-Kona, the Kohala resorts, Waimea and Hilo. Buses run infrequently, so check the schedule before you fly, and space for large luggage is limited.

Where are the rental cars at Kona airport?

Rental car companies have their lots close to the terminals. Their shuttles pick up in the center median across from baggage claim and run continuously. Rental cars can sell out during busy periods such as holidays and major events, so reserving early is a good idea.

Do I need to fill in a form when I land in Kona?

Yes, if you arrive from the US mainland or from abroad. Hawaii requires arriving passengers to complete the Plants and Animals Declaration Form, on paper during the flight or digitally where the airline offers it. Interisland passengers do not need it. When you fly back to the mainland, bags are screened by USDA agricultural inspection before check-in.

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¿Cuántas personas caben en una van?

Las vans normales llevan hasta 9 pasajeros, los minibuses hasta 16 y los SUV de lujo hasta 6 pasajeros.

¿Cómo los encuentro en el aeropuerto?

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¿Qué tipo de vehículos utilizan?

Habitualmente Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe y Chevrolet Suburban.

¿Cuentan con seguro?

Sí: contamos con un seguro de responsabilidad total para todos los pasajeros mientras usan nuestros servicios.

¿Ofrecen sillas para bebé?

Las sillas para bebé se proporcionan con aviso previo, sujetas a disponibilidad, con un máximo de una silla por vehículo.

¿Con cuánta antelación debo reservar?

Puedes reservar con cualquier antelación; sugerimos entre una semana y un día antes. También hay reservas para el mismo día.

¿Qué métodos de pago se aceptan?

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¿Los vehículos tienen aire acondicionado?

Sí: para tu comodidad, todas nuestras unidades cuentan con aire acondicionado.

¿Qué pasa si mi vuelo se retrasa?

Durante la reserva te pedimos tu aerolínea y número de vuelo para poder rastrear los retrasos y esperarte.

¿Puedo hacer paradas durante el trayecto?

Sí, puedes añadir una parada adicional a tu servicio durante el proceso de reserva.

¿Los niños pagan distinto que los adultos?

No: los precios se fijan por rango de pasajeros o por vehículo, no por edad.

¿Mi reserva es reembolsable?

Sí. Cancela sin coste hasta 24 horas antes de tu recogida y se te reembolsa el importe completo. Las cancelaciones con menos de 24 horas de antelación no son reembolsables.

¿Los conductores hablan inglés?

Sí: aunque su inglés puede no ser de nivel nativo, los conductores tienen la capacidad de comunicarse con los pasajeros.

¿Las propinas son obligatorias?

Las propinas no son obligatorias, pero sí muy recomendables; los conductores las ganan gracias a la calidad de su servicio.

¿Qué monedas se aceptan?

Todos los precios están en USD. A través de PayPal puedes pagar en casi cualquier moneda; los pagos en efectivo se aceptan solo en USD.

¿Se permiten mascotas?

Podemos transportar mascotas domésticas dentro de transportines que quepan en un vehículo normal.

¿Hay espacio para el equipaje?

Sí: hay espacio de sobra para una maleta y un equipaje de mano por persona.

¿Qué incluye el precio?

Todo traslado privado incluye un conductor profesional con licencia; un vehículo asegurado y en buen estado; seguimiento del vuelo en tiempo real; servicio de recepción a la llegada; y servicio puerta a puerta sin cargos ocultos añadidos después de reservar. Tu precio fijo cubre la ruta completa hasta tu destino.

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