Flying from Kona Airport (KOA) to Nashville Airport (BNA): what you need to know
Nashville is four hours ahead of Kailua-Kona and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your KOA to BNA flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kona Airport to Nashville Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KOA and BNA:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Handy information about Kona Airport (KOA)
Kona Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from KOA land at their destination as scheduled 86% of the time.
Central Kailua-Kona to Kona Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
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Arriving at Nashville Airport (BNA)
If you're getting in on a late Kona Airport to Nashville Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BNA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Nashville Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget to explore Nashville and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Nashville Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Nashville Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
From Nashville Airport, Nashville is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nashville Airport (BNA)
The quietest month for a flight from Kona Airport to Nashville Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Nashville based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Kona Airport to Nashville Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nashville, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KOA to BNA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres north of Nashville, a visit to Indianapolis will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Memphis, roughly 322 kilometres west of Nashville. Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum are among the biggest draws.