MEL - KOA

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Cheapest return flight
$1,161
Typical prices: $1,518-$2,167
Qantas Airways
Sat 27/10Sat 3/11
MEL - KOA • 2 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 39% price drop
February
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kailua-Kona (MEL-KOA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Kailua-Kona

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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21:00 - 11:43MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
35h 43m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
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20:45 - 23:35KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 50m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,161Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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11:45 - 19:32MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
28h 47m1 stop San Francisco
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13:04 - 10:30KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 26m1 stop San Francisco
$1,461Lufthansa
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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11:45 - 19:32MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
28h 47m1 stop San Francisco
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23:59 - 09:30KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
36h 31m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
$1,461Lufthansa
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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11:55 - 21:27MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
30h 32m1 stop San Francisco
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22:55 - 09:15KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
37h 20m1 stop San Francisco
$1,565Lufthansa
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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17:05 - 12:41MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
16h 36m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
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08:48 - 23:05KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
17h 17m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,888Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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17:30 - 21:05MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
48h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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22:55 - 23:20KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
51h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$2,199Qatar Airways
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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06:35 - 11:43MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
26h 08m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Tokyo Haneda Honolulu
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08:49 - 10:05KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 16m3 stops Honolulu Tokyo Haneda Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,377Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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06:00 - 13:23MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
28h 23m3 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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08:48 - 23:05KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
17h 17m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,981Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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09:45 - 16:16MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
27h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Kahului
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14:23 - 06:45KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
43h 22m1 stop Los Angeles
$3,237Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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07:10 - 21:27MEL  Melbourne-KOA Kona Intl
35h 17m3 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl San Francisco
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22:55 - 12:20KOA  Kona Intl-MEL Melbourne
40h 25m3 stops San Francisco Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$5,795Air Canada
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

Lufthansa ($1,461) and Qatar Airways ($2,199) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flights

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When to book flights from Melbourne to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Kailua-Kona based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,272 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,416, a difference of $1,144. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,161 to $2,377. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Kailua-Kona?

    Kailua-Kona is 20 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kona Intl Airport (KOA)?

    Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $39 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona range from $1,518 to $2,167, with an average of $1,826 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,518 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,272 – about $1,144 less than Wednesday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Kailua-Kona trip for March. Fares historically average $1,108 return in that month – typically $1,308 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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