Minneapolis to Kailua-Kona (MSP–KOA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Minneapolis to Kailua-Kona
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-5h behind 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSP and KOA, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to KOA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
MLB ~9h 38m SCF ~10h 4m SAT ~10h 53m STL ~12h 13m RDU ~13h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,043
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
MSP → KOA
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
Arriving
70%
Return
KOA → MSP
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
86%
Arriving
75%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays → KOA delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-5h
Kailua-Kona is 5 hours behind Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · KOA: HST

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 1:00 PM in Kailua-Kona.
Getting to MSP

Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.

Facts

MSP–KOA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Kailua-Kona route.
Route details
Time difference-5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 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 MSP to KOA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MLB, SCF, SAT, STL, RDU, IAD, SJC, SMF, SEA, PHX, PDX, SFO, SAN, LAX, YVR, HNL, LAS, ORD, DEN, DFW, SLC, YYC, EWR and ANC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kailua-Kona is 5 hours behind Minneapolis.
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

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via MLB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.