Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kona
Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kona
Looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Kona? PointsYeah scans award availability across major airline and bank transfer programs in one place, so travelers can compare the lowest points and cash routes faster. Instead of searching each airline separately, users can see pricing from programs like Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt side by side.
Award prices from Chicago to Kona vary by season, cabin, and date, but available award flights can start around 17,500–22,500 points one way, with premium cabins available at higher mileage levels. The live search above allows filtering by cabin, airline, stops, or maximum points to find the best award flights from Chicago to Kona for specific travel dates.
2027-01-01
ORD - KOA
Economy | 1 Stop | 9+ left
From 17,500 Pts + $25.6
2027-01-02
ORD - KOA
Economy | 1 Stop | 5 left
From 17,500 Pts + $25.6
2027-01-03
ORD - KOA
Economy | 1 Stop | 2 left
From 17,500 Pts + $25.6
2026-12-31
ORD - KOA
Economy | 2 Stops | 9+ left
From 17,500 Pts + $31.2
2026-12-31
ORD - KOA
Economy | 2 Stops | 3 left
From 22,500 Pts + $5.6
2027-01-01
ORD - KOA
Economy | 2 Stops
From 22,500 Pts + $5.6
Chicago to Kona flight facts
Distance
4,204 mi
6,766 km in a straight line
Estimated flight time
about 9h
In the air, for the straight-line distance
Time difference
−4h
Kona is 4 hours behind Chicago.
Airports in Chicago
DPA · Dupage
MDW · Chicago Midway Intl
ORD · Chicago O'Hare Intl
Airports in Kona
KOA · Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl At Keahole
Nearby airport alternatives
Flights Chicago - Maui · Maui is 84 mi from Kona
Flights Chicago - Honolulu · Honolulu is 163 mi from Kona
Premium cabin flights from Chicago to Kona
Selected hotels for your next stay
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The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
From Pts or $635
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Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
From Pts or $560
Kohala Coast, HI (USA)
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
From Pts or $1016
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest route from Chicago to Kona depends on award space, transfer bonuses, and travel dates. PointsYeah compares bank and airline programs in one place so you can find the best points and cash combinations faster.
Yes. Transferable points from Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt can often be moved to airline partners for flights from Chicago to Kona.
Yes. Searching metro codes when available helps compare nearby airport combinations for flights from Chicago to Kona.
Chicago and Kona are about 4,204 miles (6,766 km) apart in a straight line.
Flying the 4,204-mile straight-line distance takes about 9h in the air, estimated from typical cruising speed. Actual travel time depends on the routing; itineraries with connections take longer.
Kona is 4 hours behind Chicago.
Departures from Chicago: Dupage (DPA), Chicago Midway Intl (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD). Arrivals in Kona: Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl At Keahole (KOA).
Travelers searching this route also look at other popular routes into Kona, plus the return trip when we track it. Fares and award space change daily.
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