A small but unique airport in Hawai'i. The Kona Airport remains "open aired" with no jetways, I hope it stays this way. There is some construction going so I may have to updated this one soon,.
I was there in early October 2023 and I don't think you mentioned the Hawaiian Airlines lounge next to Gate 10. It's very discreet and when I went, the scanner wasn't working and it offered a place with a/f to wait in plus free soft drinks and water and minimal snacks.
You are absolutely correct on the lounge in that area. It was closed the day I was there, lots of construction and noise in the area. I meant to at least get the front shot in the video and obviously completely forget, embarrassing actually. Will see if I can add some text or a small edit into the video. Thanks for watching and pointing that out.
Thank you for this imformative video of the airport layout! I do have a question is 45 minutes enough time to land, collect baggage and go back through security to catch an Island hopper flight? Both flights would be with Southwest. The airport is small so that's why I was thinking it may be possible.
Best case is that Southwest knows you are connecting and they hold for you no matter what. If things go smoothly 45 should be enough but remember it takes time to deplane, boarding begins 20-30 minutes out and your flight may be delayed coming in. If your flight time is early in the day they can always book you on the next flight out. Hawaiian Airlines may be a good backup. One other unknown, sorry, is the security lines on interisland can be a bottleneck. A tight turnaround with having to go through security againl
@@suitesandlobbies I booked the later flight. Thank you for your help. I normally wouldn't even consider that short turn around with having to collect the luggage and recheck, ect...
I LOVE this, and would LOVE to visit here one day soon. Is there anyway that you can EDIT this video, and maybe add a video clip of actually LANDING 🛬 at this airport?
I can’t edit this video but I do have a flight review to Kona Airport that does have the landing from the window. I also have a review leaving from Kona and I show some aircraft taking off. 🛫
Great question, thank you for asking. The Kona Airport is all one level and the access onto the plane is via a ramp. I’m sure each airline has specific procedures for boarding and stowing the wheelchair. In The airport itself you should have no problem moving around.
Its across from the TSA checkpoint and next to the rideshare pickup area, I don't mention it specifically in the video but this is the beginning of where I show that area - th-cam.com/video/6ZPiels9_Tk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rUjYNaCqIY28H-vu&t=311
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A small but unique airport in Hawai'i. The Kona Airport remains "open aired" with no jetways, I hope it stays this way. There is some construction going so I may have to updated this one soon,.
I visit Kona a few months ago, it is an amazing and cute airport. I love the entire airport.
Great tour of KOA, love the open air feel of the place, gets you in the mood as soon as you start your vacation
Exactly, I think it "hits' people when they walk off. "You are now on vacation!"
This is the video my wife and i have been looking for! First time to the Big Island . This May!
Mahalo!
May is a great time to visit! Enjoy your trip.
This is such a cool open air airport. Really enjoyed this tour! I’d love to go to Kona❤
It is truly unique for an international airport 👍
ALOHA & MAHALO🤙
Going in June. Thank you!
My home airport, and yes, Umeke’s is one of the best ahi poke restaurants on the Big Island !!!
I was there in early October 2023 and I don't think you mentioned the Hawaiian Airlines lounge next to Gate 10. It's very discreet and when I went, the scanner wasn't working and it offered a place with a/f to wait in plus free soft drinks and water and minimal snacks.
You are absolutely correct on the lounge in that area. It was closed the day I was there, lots of construction and noise in the area. I meant to at least get the front shot in the video and obviously completely forget, embarrassing actually. Will see if I can add some text or a small edit into the video. Thanks for watching and pointing that out.
Thank you for this imformative video of the airport layout! I do have a question is 45 minutes enough time to land, collect baggage and go back through security to catch an Island hopper flight? Both flights would be with Southwest. The airport is small so that's why I was thinking it may be possible.
Best case is that Southwest knows you are connecting and they hold for you no matter what. If things go smoothly 45 should be enough but remember it takes time to deplane, boarding begins 20-30 minutes out and your flight may be delayed coming in. If your flight time is early in the day they can always book you on the next flight out. Hawaiian Airlines may be a good backup. One other unknown, sorry, is the security lines on interisland can be a bottleneck. A tight turnaround with having to go through security againl
@@suitesandlobbies I booked the later flight. Thank you for your help. I normally wouldn't even consider that short turn around with having to collect the luggage and recheck, ect...
I LOVE this, and would LOVE to visit here one day soon. Is there anyway that you can EDIT this video, and maybe add a video clip of actually LANDING 🛬 at this airport?
I can’t edit this video but I do have a flight review to Kona Airport that does have the landing from the window. I also have a review leaving from Kona and I show some aircraft taking off. 🛫
What if you use a mobilized Wheelchair? Weres the access, for those us that are handicap?
Great question, thank you for asking. The Kona Airport is all one level and the access onto the plane is via a ramp. I’m sure each airline has specific procedures for boarding and stowing the wheelchair. In The airport itself you should have no problem moving around.
You forgot the most important part of the tour. Where do we get leid? 😊🌺
🤣
Where do you go to catch the bus to Hilo?
Its across from the TSA checkpoint and next to the rideshare pickup area, I don't mention it specifically in the video but this is the beginning of where I show that area - th-cam.com/video/6ZPiels9_Tk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rUjYNaCqIY28H-vu&t=311