Big Island (Kona & Hilo) from New York, Nov 14–21: round trip from $560
Round-trip flights from New York to the Big Island were $560 per person ($1,120 for two) for Nov 14–21, 2026, 7 nights, on United with one stop when we checked. Expect typical highs of 80–81°F and lows near 70°F. The best-value stay, Kalani Kai#104 in Kailua-Kona, is $1,250 for the week, or $179 a night.
The flight
$560 per person, round trip
$1,120 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 14h 16m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 7:23 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 4:39 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $560 | 1 stop | 14h 16m |
| Delta | $565 | 2 stops | 16h 32m |
| Delta | $595 | 1 stop | 13h 1m |
Prices checked Oct 11, 2026, 9:03 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,120 |
| Kalani Kai#104, 7 nights | $1,250 |
| Trip total for two | $2,370 |
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Why go now
$560 per person is $68 below the $628 median of our earlier checks on this route, or 11% less, and it carries the Lowest in 30 days badge. That's $1,120 for two, all-in with taxes and fees, as found when we checked. Prices move, so treat it as a snapshot and not a promise. Mid-November comes after Kona's Ironman weekend in October and before the humpback whale season and Kohala Coast peak that start in December. Typical highs are 80–81°F with lows near 70°F, mostly partly cloudy or overcast. That works for volcano hikes, night snorkels and coffee-farm drives as well as beach time. The catch is getting there: the United flight takes 14h 16m with one connection, leaving at 7:23 AM and landing at 4:39 PM local time.
The kind of trip this is
This is a nature-and-adventure island week with beach time on the side: volcano craters, black sand, night snorkels and coffee farms, all linked by road trips. It suits a couple or a pair of friends who like early starts and full days out, then a slow evening in Kailua-Kona's coffee shops and seaside streets. Seven nights gives you room for both sides of the island without rushing.
Weather in Big Island (Kona & Hilo), Nov 14–21
Typical highs 80–81°F, lows near 70°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 80 °F | 70 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 80 °F | 71 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 80 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 81 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 81 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Partly cloudy |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
All three picks are in Kailua-Kona, the walkable seaside town with coffee shops, snorkel tours and mid-range hotels, and an easy base for the west side. Kalani Kai#104 is the best value: a vacation home at $1,250 for the 7 nights, or $179 a night, rated 9 from 6 reviews. Alii Villas 309 is the budget pick at $1,508 for the stay, or $215 a night. It's also a vacation home and scores 9.4 from 14 reviews. Aston Kona By The Sea is the top-rated pick, a 4-star one-bedroom suite with a partial ocean view at $3,060, or $437 a night, scored 8.3 from 326 reviews. All three are room only, with no free cancellation. For volcano days, Volcano Village has rainforest B&Bs at the gate of the national park.
Kalani Kai#104
$1,250 for 7 nights, two guests · $179 a night
See roomsAston Kona By The Sea
$3,060 for 7 nights, two guests · $437 a night
See roomsAlii Villas 309
$1,508 for 7 nights, two guests · $215 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) for these dates
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Where in Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
- Kohala Coast (Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, Mauna Kea): The island's sunniest resort strip with golden beaches and golf.
- Kailua-Kona: Walkable seaside town with coffee shops, snorkel tours and mid-range hotels.
- Volcano Village: Rainforest B&Bs at the gate of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
- Hilo: Rainy east-side town near waterfalls and the volcano, at budget rates.
- Captain Cook / Kealakekua: Coffee-farm country above the best snorkelling bay.
What to do in Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
- See the Kilauea caldera at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Snorkel with manta rays at night off Kona
- Stargaze from the Mauna Kea visitor station
- Kayak and snorkel Kealakekua Bay at the Captain Cook monument
- Walk the black sand of Punaluu Beach
- Tour a Kona coffee farm in Captain Cook / Kealakekua coffee country
Tours and tickets in Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New York | John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), LaGuardia (LGA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) | Kona International (KOA), Hilo International (ITO) |
| Flight time | 14h 16m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 4,934 miles each way |
| Time difference | -5 hours |
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What 7 nights in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,120 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Kalani Kai#104) | $1,250 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $4,190 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: New York to Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $560 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $560 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $628 |
| Price checks | 6 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed: it's a domestic trip, and you pay in US dollars.
- The Big Island is 5 hours behind New York.
- The outbound United flight takes 14h 16m with one stop and covers 4,934 miles.
- None of the three hotels offers free cancellation, and all are room only.
- Flights land at Kona International (KOA). The island's other airport is Hilo International (ITO).
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $560 per person round trip, or $1,120 for two, on United with one stop, taxes and fees included. Delta had a two-stop option at $565 per person and a one-stop at $595 per person.
Do I need a passport?
No. Hawaii is in the United States, so a passport isn't required and the currency is the US dollar.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 80–81°F and lows run near 70°F for these dates. Expect drizzle on arrival day, then a mix of partly cloudy and overcast days.
Is 7 nights enough?
It's enough to cover the Kona side and the volcano. Our budget for two comes to $4,190: $1,120 for flights, $1,250 for the best-value stay and $1,820 for spending, which is $130 per person a day.
Which airports does the trip use?
You can leave from JFK, Newark (EWR) or LaGuardia (LGA). The United flight leaves at 7:23 AM on Saturday, Nov 14 and lands at Kona International (KOA) at 4:39 PM local time.
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