Big Island (Kona & Hilo) from Orlando, Nov 14–23: $2,946 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $604 per person, $130 below the typical fare on this route
- Kalani Kai#104 in walkable Kailua-Kona, rated 9 from 6 reviews
- Highs of 80–81°F and lows near 70°F for snorkeling and volcano days
The catch: The outbound United flight has one stop and takes 13h 24m, and a checked bag is about $160 for two, which isn't in the total.
Worth it if a long travel day is fine for nine nights of volcanoes and snorkeling; skip it if you need a nonstop or free cancellation.
Worth it if a long travel day doesn't bother you. The whole trip is $2,946 for two, taxes and fees included: United flights at $1,208, Kalani Kai#104 at $1,501 for the stay and the $237 in fees you pay at the property. It runs Nov 14–23, 2026, nine nights, and United flies it with one stop, not nonstop.
The total, before you go
$2,946 for two · 9 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,208 |
| Kalani Kai#104, 9 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,501 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $237 |
| The total, before you go | $2,946 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$130 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$604 per person, round trip
$1,208 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 13h 24m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 8:15 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 4:39 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $604 | 1 stop | 13h 24m |
| Delta | $604 | 1 stop | 15h 37m |
| American | $610 | 1 stop | 15h 11m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 8:35 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $604 per person, $130 below the typical fare on this route, which works out to 18% under the $734 median of our earlier checks. It's also the lowest we've seen in 30 days. Across 12 offers we saw fares from $604 up to $890, so this one sits at the bottom of that range. Prices are all in as we found them, and they can change. Mid-November in Kona means typical highs of 80–81°F and lows near 70°F, mostly partly cloudy or overcast with drizzle possible on arrival day. That's comfortable weather for hiking the Kilauea caldera and for night snorkeling with manta rays. It also falls after Ironman weekend in October and before whale season and the Kohala Coast peak start in December. Nine nights gives you time for both sides of the island without rushing.
The kind of trip this is
This is a nature and adventure trip with beach time mixed in: volcano craters, black sand, coffee farms and a night in the water with manta rays. It suits a couple or two friends who like to drive, hike and snorkel, with slow mornings on a lanai in between. Nine nights lets you keep the pace easy, with a long day out followed by a lazy one in Kailua-Kona.
Weather in Big Island (Kona & Hilo), Nov 14–23
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 |
| Sun, Nov 22 | 81 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 23 | 80 °F | 70 °F | Overcast |
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, a walkable seaside town with coffee shops, snorkel tours and mid-range hotels. It's a handy base for both manta nights and day trips. Kalani Kai#104 is the best value: a vacation home at $1,501 for the stay ($167 a night) plus $237 in fees at the property, rated 9 from 6 reviews. Aston Kona By The Sea is the top rated option, with 4 stars and an 8.3 from 327 reviews. Its oceanfront one-bedroom suite costs $3,990 for the stay ($443 a night), plus $629 at the property. Kona Bali Kai Couples Studio Near Beach- AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Laundry, Lanai, WIFI is a studio at $1,739 ($193 a night) plus $274 at the property, and it has no review score yet. For rainforest nights, Volcano Village sits at the park gate.
Kalani Kai#104
$1,501 for 9 nights, two guests · $167 a night
See roomsAston Kona By The Sea
$3,990 for 9 nights, two guests · $443 a night
See roomsKona Bali Kai Couples Studio Near Beach- AC, Pool, Hot Tub, Laundry, Lanai, WIFI
$1,739 for 9 nights, two guests · $193 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 above Captain Cook / Kealakekua
Tours and tickets in Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) | Kona International (KOA), Hilo International (ITO) |
| Flight time | 13h 24m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 4,675 miles each way |
| Time difference | -5 hours |
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What 9 nights in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,208 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (Kalani Kai#104) | $1,501 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | $2,340 |
| Total for two | $5,049 |
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: Orlando to Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $604 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $604 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $734 |
| Price checks | 6 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Big Island (Kona & Hilo).
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed and you pay in US dollars.
- Hawaii is 5 hours behind Orlando. The outbound leaves MCO at 8:15 AM and lands in Kona at 4:39 PM local time.
- The trip is 4,675 miles each way, flown with one stop. The outbound takes 13h 24m on United.
- None of the three stays offers free cancellation, so be sure of your dates before you book.
- A checked bag runs about $160 for two and isn't in the $2,946 total.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a one-stop travel day of 13h 24m is fine with you. The fare is $130 per person below the typical fare on this route, and it's the lowest we've seen in 30 days. The weather runs near 80°F.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $2,946 for two, taxes and fees included. That covers flights at $1,208, Kalani Kai#104 at $1,501 for nine nights and $237 in fees at the property. A checked bag, about $160 for two, isn't included.
What should we budget for spending money?
We plan on $130 per person per day, which comes to $2,340 for two over 9 days. With flights and the hotel, the whole budget is $5,049.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Orlando, and you pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Expect typical highs of 80–81°F and lows near 70°F, mostly partly cloudy or overcast. Drizzle is possible on Saturday, Nov 14.
Is 9 nights enough?
Nine nights is enough for Kailua-Kona snorkeling, a full day at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Kea stargazing and Punaluu Beach, with slow days in between.
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