Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know
Kailua-Kona is six hours behind Richmond and observes the UTC-10 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIC to KOA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole. These are the most popular stopovers between RIC and KOA:
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
At the moment, $524 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,209. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RIC to KOA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RIC to KOA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% land on time at their destination.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres from central Richmond. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 2 hours 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RIC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
Once your Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight has touched down, unwind and relax at a hotel close by. Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House is a comfy option within easy reach of KOA.
Explore without limits with a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and experience more of Kailua-Kona and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kona International Airport at Keahole around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona
Kona International Airport at Keahole to central Kailua-Kona has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole. July is the busiest month to head to Kailua-Kona. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIC to KOA in January. Average temperatures are between 13ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Honolulu is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United States, head for Pearl City, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona. USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park are the start of reasons to visit.