Kona Airport Transportation

At baggage claim, after you collect your bags in the open-air arrivals area. Your confirmation gives the exact meeting point and the driver's contact details.

Kona Airport is about 7 miles (11 km) north of Kailua-Kona, around 15 to 20 minutes by car. Waikoloa Beach Resort is about 25 to 30 minutes north, and Mauna Lani about 30 to 35 minutes.

Yes. We drive door to door to hotels, condos and vacation rentals in Kailua-Kona town, along Aliʻi Drive and in Keauhou.

Yes. We drive to the Waikoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa Village, Mauna Lani and the Mauna Kea resort area on the Kohala Coast.

Hilo and the village of Volcano, by Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, are on the far side of the island. Enter your address in the booking form to see whether a transfer is offered for that route; if it is not, contact us before you fly.

Two open-air terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, joined by a central security checkpoint, each with its own outdoor baggage claim area. Your driver meets you at the baggage claim for your flight.

Yes. Give the full street address, the unit number and any gate or access code for the complex, so your driver can reach the right door.

Yes. Book with your flight number, and your driver is scheduled for your actual landing time, including the late evening arrivals from the mainland.

There is no need. Booking ahead gives you a confirmed vehicle and a meeting point before you land. If someone approaches you at baggage claim, check the company name against your confirmation before getting in.

We monitor the flight on your reservation, so your driver waits for the actual landing. If your flight number, date or airline changes, or your flight is canceled, update it in Manage your booking so the pickup can be moved.

Yes. Book a one-way departure or a round trip from your hotel, resort or rental, and give your flight number and departure time. For mainland flights, allow time for the USDA agricultural inspection of your bags before check-in.

Yes, if you arrive from the US mainland or from abroad. Hawaii requires the Plants and Animals Declaration Form, on paper on the plane or digitally where the airline offers it; interisland passengers do not need it.

This page books rides from Kona Airport (KOA) on the west side of the Big Island. Hilo International Airport (ITO) is a different airport on the east side, so check the code on your ticket.

No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer booking site for rides from KOA; we are not the airport or its operator. For terminals, airlines and other ways to get around, see our Kona Airport page.

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

It depends on the vehicle. Each vehicle shows its maximum number of passengers and suitcases before you book, so you can choose one that fits your group.

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

You pay securely online when you book, by credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Payments are processed by Stripe.

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

All prices are in USD. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the charge at its own exchange rate.

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.