Security wait times at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA)
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii PHKO #75 US airport by passengers
Official wait times are not published as open data, so we combine what travelers report with practical checkpoint advice.
- FAA status
- No delays reported Updated 1 min ago
- Weather now
- MVFR 78°F Observed 3 h ago
- Late departures
- 11.7%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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Security wait at KOA
No security reports for KOA in the past week. The TSA does not publish wait times as open data, so this page fills in as travelers report. Be the first to report
Checkpoints and tips
KOA has one main security checkpoint, located past the check-in counters. The airport closes overnight after the last flight, so the checkpoint is not open all night.
- TSA PreCheck is available at the main checkpoint, with a dedicated lane on the left side according to a third-party guide.
- Check-in counters are on the upper level. The whole process from drop-off to the gate usually takes 20 to 30 minutes on a normal day.
- Passengers with PreCheck usually find short waits at KOA, which is much smaller than mainland hubs. Confirm current wait times before you go, since the airport is open-air and lines can grow in peak hours.
Reviewed October 9, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?
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