KOA (Kona) to LIH (Kauai) flights arrive on time 95% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Hawaiian Airlines at 95%. The average delay is 42 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.KOA → LIH
KOA (Kona) to LIH (Kauai)
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This route is usually on time. About 95% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Hawaiian Airlines leads slightly at 95% vs Alaska Airlines at 94%.
Airline Comparison
Hawaiian Airlines leads at 95% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 94%.
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Good to know
Departing from KOA
86% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LIH
85% on timeWhen flights into LIH are late, the average delay is 50 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LIH: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.