Springfield to Kona (Big Island of Hawaii) Flights

Springfield-Branson National Airport

Whenever you need to book flights from Springfield, Missouri, visit Orbitz.com to find the best deals available. Springfield-Branson National Airport is located five miles northwest of the city's central business district and is the only airport in the city. American Airlines, Delta Connection, United and Allegiant are the major airlines that service this airport, and these airlines offer direct flights from Springfield to various cities in the United States.

Ground Transportation and Parking

There are no public buses that travel directly to Springfield-Branson National Airport; however, you can get to the airport by taxi or car. All Around Cab Co., Springfield Yellow Cab and Springfield Car Service & Shuttle are some of the cab services that provide transportation to the airport. If you prefer to drive, long- or short-term parking is available. Lot B offers short-term parking, which is free for the first 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, you are charged $1.50 each half-hour until you reach the daily maximum of $15. Lot C offers long-term parking for $10 per day or $50 per week.

Dining Facilities at Springfield-Branson National Airport

If you want to grab a bite to eat before your flight, you'll be glad to know that McAlister's Deli has two locations in the airport. Both locations open at 4:45 a.m. each day and stay open until late in the afternoon or early in the evening. There is also a newsstand where you can grab a quick drink or snack while waiting for your flight. Book your flights from Springfield using Orbitz.com, and our database will search for the best air ticket deals online.

Traveling to Kona

Kona is the westernmost district on the Big Island of Hawaii and the shortened name for the city of Kailua-Kona. The Kona International Airport at Keahole located at 73-200 Kupipi St. services residents and visitors of the city looking for cheap flights to Kona. Airlines operating out of Kona include Air Canada, Delta Airlines, American Airlines and US Airways, among others. The airport is about seven miles from Kailua and still maintains an open-air design that takes full advantage of the beautiful Hawaii weather.

Transportation From the Kona International Airport

Travel to Kailua-Kona from the Kona International Airport is provided primarily by taxi or rental car, with shuttle services available to resorts in the area and limited bus services through the Hawaii County Mass Transit Agency for $1.00. Round-trip shuttle services are available for about $48, with trips taking approximately 15 minutes, and taxis are about $25 one way to the downtown area.

The Weather in Kona

The weather in Kona is tropical with warm temperatures lasting throughout the year. The average low in the coldest month of January only reaches 66 degrees Fahrenheit, with average highs in the warmest month of August only reaching 88 degrees. Rainfall is light and brief, so dress can be as lightweight as desired while in the region.

Things to Do in Kona

Kona is a tourist's paradise with beautiful beaches to relax in as you enjoy warm ocean breezes and beautiful sunsets. For those who want a more challenging time in Kona though, there's always the Ironman World Championship Triathlon in October. To race in the work championship, you'll first have to qualify through one of the many qualification races held around the world. Watching the race is free though, and it is often worth the price of one of the cheap flights to Kona available through Orbitz.com.