New York to Kailua-Kona (JFK–KOA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Kailua-Kona
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-6h behind 23 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and KOA, connecting options are available through 23 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to KOA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
OAK ~12h 16m SAT ~12h 24m RDU ~12h 24m IAD ~12h 30m VNY ~12h 34m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
878
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → KOA
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Arriving
100%
Return
KOA → JFK
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
84%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays → KOA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kailua-Kona from New York

Nearby airports with service to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole.
Metric JFK→KOA EWR→KOA
Distance from JFK – 21 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Departure OTP 72% –
Newark (EWR) to Kailua-Kona flights
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-6h
Kailua-Kona is 6 hours behind New York.
JFK: EDT · KOA: HST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 12:00 PM in Kailua-Kona.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–KOA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Kailua-Kona route.
Route details
Time difference-6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: KOA
Full nameEllison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole
IATA / ICAOKOA / PHKO
TimezonePacific/Honolulu
Passengers/yr4.0M
Elevation47 ft / 14 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to KOA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OAK, SAT, RDU, IAD, VNY, SMF, SJC, ANC, PDX, SFO, DEN, HNL, LAX, DFW, PHX, SAN, SLC, ORD, YVR, SEA, YYC, LAS and EWR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kailua-Kona is 6 hours behind New York.
Nearby alternatives include EWR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via OAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).