KOA (Kona) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 96%. The average delay is 45 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.KOA → HNL
KOA (Kona) to HNL (Honolulu)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines edges out Hawaiian Airlines on this route — 96% vs 87% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 96% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 87%.
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Departing from KOA
86% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at HNL
84% on timeWhen flights into HNL are late, the average delay is 55 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at HNL: TSA is ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.