Big Island (Kona & Hilo) from Savannah, Nov 14–21: $2,728 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $479 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- Kalani Kai#104, rated 9 by 6 guests
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 18h 25m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
A round trip from Savannah to the Big Island costs $739 per person ($1,478 for two) for Nov 14–21, 2026, which is 7 nights, on Delta with 2 stops, so it isn't nonstop. Typical highs run 80–81°F with lows near 70°F. The best-value stay, Kalani Kai#104 in Kailua-Kona, is $1,250 for the week.
The total, before you go
$2,728 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,478 |
| Kalani Kai#104, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,250 |
| The total, before you go | $2,728 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $140 |
$479 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $35 each way per bag on Delta, $140 for two round trip); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$739 per person, round trip
$1,478 for two, taxes and fees included · Delta · 2 stops · 18h 25m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 7:25 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta | $739 | 2 stops | 18h 25m |
| American | $793 | 2 stops | 31h 26m |
| Delta | $802 | 2 stops | 13h 41m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 11:52 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $739 per person round trip, or $1,478 for two, this fare is $479 below the typical fare on this route. That's a 39% drop, and it carries the Lowest in 30 days badge. We found 12 fares for these dates, from $739 up to $1,317, and this Delta fare was the lowest of them. Prices are all-in, taxes and fees included, as found on Oct 13, and they can change at any time. Mid-November falls after Ironman World Championship weekend in October and before humpback whale season starts in December. The usual weather for these dates is highs of 80–81°F and lows near 70°F, with more overcast than sun. That suits a week of volcano craters, night snorkeling and coffee country more than a week of pure beach lounging.
The kind of trip this is
This is a nature and adventure week on an island built for road trips. You get a volcano crater one day, a black sand beach the next, and manta rays after dark. It suits couples or a pair of friends who like to be up early and out exploring, with slower afternoons around Kailua-Kona's coffee shops. The pace is active but easy to adjust, since the base town is walkable and the long drives are optional.
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, a walkable seaside town with coffee shops, snorkel tours and mid-range hotels. Kalani Kai#104 is the best value: a vacation home at $1,250 for the stay, or $179 a night, with a 9 review score from 6 reviews. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG is the top rated pick based on 388 reviews, scoring 8.3. It's a 3-star standard room with breakfast included, at $1,947 for the stay or $278 a night. Kona Isle C31 is our budget pick, a vacation home at $1,563 for the stay or $223 a night, scoring 10 from just 2 reviews. If the volcano is the main draw, Volcano Village has rainforest B&Bs at the park gate. None of the three offers free cancellation.
Kalani Kai#104
$1,250 for 7 nights, two guests · $179 a night
See roomsHoliday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
$1,947 for 7 nights, two guests · $278 a night
See roomsKona Isle C31
$1,563 for 7 nights, two guests · $223 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 the hills above Captain Cook and Kealakekua.
Tours and tickets in Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Savannah | Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) | Kona International (KOA), Hilo International (ITO) |
| Flight time | 18h 25m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 4,648 miles each way |
| Time difference | -5 hours |
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What 7 nights in Big Island (Kona & Hilo) costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,478 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Kalani Kai#104) | $1,250 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $4,548 |
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: Savannah to Big Island (Kona & Hilo)
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $739 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $739 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,218 |
| Price checks | 5 |
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 the currency is the US dollar.
- Hawaii is 5 hours behind Savannah, so a 6:00 AM departure lands at 7:25 PM local time the same day.
- The outbound Delta trip takes 18h 25m with 2 stops and covers 4,648 miles from SAV to Kona International (KOA).
- None of the three stays offers free cancellation, and only the Holiday Inn Express includes breakfast.
- For two people, our estimate for the week is $4,548: $1,478 for flights, $1,250 for the stay and $1,820 for spending, which is $130 per person per day.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
$739 per person round trip, or $1,478 for two, on Delta with 2 stops. That's $479 below the typical fare on this route. The price is all-in as found on Oct 13 and may change.
When does it leave and arrive?
It departs Savannah at 6:00 AM on Saturday, Nov 14, and lands in Kona at 7:25 PM local time that day, 18h 25m later. You come home on Saturday, Nov 21.
Do I need a passport?
No. The Big Island is in the United States, so you won't need a passport, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 80–81°F and lows are near 70°F for these dates. Expect mostly overcast or partly cloudy days, with drizzle possible on arrival day.
Is 7 nights enough?
For a first visit, yes. A week leaves room for the volcano, a Mauna Kea stargazing night, Kealakekua Bay and a coffee farm, plus a couple of slow days in Kailua-Kona.
What does the whole week cost for two?
We estimate $4,548 for two: $1,478 for flights, $1,250 at Kalani Kai#104 and $1,820 for spending, which works out to $130 per person per day.
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