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Keahole (KOA) in Kona, United States. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
KOA

Keahole

Kona, United States

🏷️IATAKOA
📍CityKona
📞Helpline+18083292484
73-200 Kupipi St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
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ℹ️ About Keahole

Kona International Airport at Keahole opened in 1970. It is operated by the Hawaii Department of Transportation.

The airport handled approximately 2.6 million passengers in 2023. Its IATA code is KOA.

The airport serves as a gateway to the west side of the Big Island of Hawaii.

🏢 Terminals

Kona International Airport has two terminals. The main terminal is a mostly open-air facility with Terminals 1 and 2.

Terminal 1 primarily serves domestic flights, while Terminal 2 handles both domestic and international arrivals and departures. There are a total of 13 gates across both terminals.

The airport has a passenger capacity of approximately 3 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Kona Airport
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Bus
Hele-On Bus Route 101 serves the airport. The fare is $2.00.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxi services are available. Expect to pay around $30-$40 to Kailua-Kona.
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Distance
Approximately 11 km (7 miles) from Kailua-Kona. Travel time is about 15-20 minutes without traffic.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
There are no airline lounges at Kona International Airport.
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Food & Dining
Options include Kona Brewing Company, Starbucks, and a few smaller cafes. Limited 24-hour options.
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Shopping
Several gift shops and newsstands are available. Duty-free shopping is not available for domestic flights.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport.
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Banking
ATMs are located in the main terminal.
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Medical
First aid services are available.
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Other
Open-air seating areas, lei greeting services.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking: $3 for the first hour, $1 for each additional hour, up to $18 per day. Long-term parking: $15 per day.

💡 Tips for Travellers
1
Be prepared for open-air terminals; dress accordingly for the weather.
2
Check Hele-On Bus schedules in advance as service frequency is limited.
3
If renting a car, book in advance, especially during peak season.
4
Consider using ride-sharing services for potentially lower fares compared to traditional taxis.
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