Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
The timezone in Kailua-Kona is UTC-10, which is six hours behind Washington DC.
Leave plenty of time to make your IAD to KOA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and KOA:
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is £165. A round-trip fare is currently £282. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to KOA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from IAD to KOA.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights that leave from Washington Dulles International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near IAD:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Once your Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House is a convenient option that's not too far from KOA.
Hit the road running by picking up a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Kailua-Kona's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week in advance.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
From Kona International Airport at Keahole, Kailua-Kona is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kailua-Kona based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole for August if you'd like to explore Kailua-Kona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to KOA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
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Pearl City is another standout destination in United States and is around 180 miles north-west of Kailua-Kona. No trip is complete without experiencing USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.