Flying in Kona, HI
There are 7 airfields within 93 miles of Kona — the nearest is Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (PHKO), about 7 miles out. Daylight runs from about 13h 11m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 49m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Kona
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole
Bradshaw Army Airfield
Waimea Kohala Airport
Upolu Airport
Hilo International Airport
Hana Airport
Kahului International Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 05:24–18:36 | 13h 11m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:01–17:59 | 11h 57m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 06:36–17:24 | 10h 49m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 25.7°C / 78°F | 20.8°C / 69°F | 12 km/h | 62% |
| Summer | 27°C / 81°F | 22.3°C / 72°F | 12 km/h | 73% |
| Autumn | 27.4°C / 81°F | 22°C / 72°F | 12 km/h | 49% |
| Winter | 25.6°C / 78°F | 19.8°C / 68°F | 12 km/h | 47% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Kona, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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