Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

Flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona pass through?

Most connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,101 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,726, a difference of $1,625. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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 Sydney 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 $1,505 to $5,705. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Sydney to Kailua-Kona looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Kailua-Kona are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,050, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Kailua-Kona?

Kailua-Kona is 21 hours behind Sydney (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 $95 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Budget • Hertz • Sixt

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Kailua-Kona flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona range from $1,230 to $1,573, with an average of $1,313 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,230 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 107% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona at $1,101 return. •October ($2,290) and December ($2,051) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

Qantas Airways ($1,989) offered the cheapest return ticket from Sydney to Kailua-Kona in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,451. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Kailua-Kona stopovers at 8h 36m over the past 3 months.

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21:40 - 06:49SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

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20:30 - 16:23SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-KOA Kona Intl

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 107% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •July is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kailua-Kona at $1,101 return.
•October ($2,290) and December ($2,051) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Kailua-Kona flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona range from $1,230 to $1,573, with an average of $1,313 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,230 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sydney 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 $1,505 to $5,705. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Kailua-Kona looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Kailua-Kona are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,050, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.
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 $95 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Hertz
• Sixt
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona pass through?
Most connecting flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Sydney to Kailua-Kona. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,101 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,726, a difference of $1,625.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Kailua-Kona?
Kailua-Kona is 21 hours behind Sydney (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,101, about $1,625 less than Wednesday fares (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Kailua-Kona trip for July. Fares historically average $1,101 return in that month – typically $1,189 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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