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Find your next flight from Oakland to Kona (Island of Hawaii) now!
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, solo, or with the whole family, you'll enjoy the flexibility of flying Southwest®.
Find your next flight from Oakland to Kona (Island of Hawaii) now!
Oakland, CA to Kona (Island of Hawaii), HI
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Take advantage of inflight entertainment with free movies4, free live TV5, free texting6, and $8 inflight Internet7.
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| Departing from | Oakland International Airport (OAK) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA) |
| Average flight time | 5 hours 38 minutes |
| Distance | 2378 miles |
| 70† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 1‡ | Nonstop flight per day Monday through Friday |
| 1 ‡ | Nonstop flight on Saturday |
| 1 ‡ | Nonstop flight on Sunday |
Other popular flights from Oakland:
†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 11/1/2024 and 11/30/2024. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 11/1/2024 and 11/30/2024.
The Island of Hawaii is the biggest island in the Hawaiian archipelago. With two active volcanoes—Kilauea and Mauna Loa—green, black, and white sand beaches, diverse wildlife, and mouthwatering local specialties like Loco Moco, the reasons to fly into Kona are endless. The number one draw for many is the vast number of beaches. No matter which side of the island you choose to explore, you’re guaranteed to find beautiful stretches of coastline. Punaluu Black Sand Beach is one of the most well-known destinations to see black sand as well as honu, Hawaiian green sea turtles. For the biggest white sand beach on the island, head over to Hapuna Beach Park. Fancy green instead? Papakolea Green Sand Beach has you covered, with hiking trails and bay views to boot.
For those brave enough to try their hand at surfing, the Island of Hawaii offers plenty of opportunities. Historically, surfing was called the Sport of Kings in Hawaii and only available to royalty. Today, the waves are free to everyone. Popular spots for beginners include Pine Trees Beach and Kahaluu Beach in Keauhou, while Honolii Beach Park is the place to be for advanced wave riders. Regardless of your skill level, don’t forget to check in with the beach lifeguards about water conditions before hopping on your board.
When you’re ready to get back on land, the Island of Hawaii has many miles of scenic trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. From the summits of Mauna Kea to the green Kohala Coast’s golf courses, the Island of Hawaii offers numerous experiences for every kind of nature immersion. No matter where your adventuring takes you, be sure to sample some world-renowned Kona coffee, locally grown macadamia nuts, and chocolate made from organically farmed cacao before your trip ends!
1EarlyBird Check-In® pricing starts at $15 one-way, and is subject to availability. Pricing may vary based on the popularity and length of each (one-way) flight. Please see optional travel charges for more details.
2Upgraded boarding prices and benefits are per eligible segment. Flights must be within 24 hours of departure to be eligible for upgraded boarding.
3First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
4Where available. Available only on WiFi-enabled aircraft. Limited-time offer.
5Due to licensing restrictions, on WiFi-enabled international flights, free live TV and iHeartRadio may not be available for the full duration of flight.
6Texting only allows access to iMessage and WhatsApp (which must be downloaded and activated before connecting to SouthwestWiFi).
7Internet access for $8 per device from takeoff to landing. Price is subject to change. May not be available for the full duration of flight. In order to provide a top-notch Internet experience, we prohibit access to certain high-bandwidth applications and websites. We also prohibit access to certain obscene or offensive content.
8Flights traveling 175 miles or less will have only water available. Complimentary snacks are served on flights over 175 miles. If you’re flying between Hawaii and the continental U.S., you’ll have even more snacks to choose from.
9Free same-day standby: You can list for same-day standby for an earlier flight via a Southwest Customer Service Agent at the airport or the Southwest app or mobile web. You must request to be added to the same-day standby list at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your original flight or the no-show policy will apply. If using the app or mobile web, you must list your name 30 minutes ahead of scheduled departure. You will receive a message based on the contact preference selected during booking if you are cleared on the flight. Group bookings and Unaccompanied Minors are not eligible for same-day standby. You will be required to pay any government taxes and fees associated with these itinerary changes but refunds will be provided. Your original boarding position is not guaranteed on your standby flight. Southwest Business Customers booked through travel agencies may need to see a Southwest agent at the airport for a standby listing. See Southwest.com/standby for more details.