How far is Kailua-Kona, HI from Kalaoa, HI?
The driving distance from Kailua-Kona, HI to Kalaoa, HI is about 7 miles (11.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.2 miles (10 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 15m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Hawai‘i County, Hawai‘i, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kailua-Kona and Kalaoa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kailua-Kona and Kalaoa.
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Start on the route
4 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
37 m · 10 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
896 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
48 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Palani Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Palani Road
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Continue on Mamalahoa Highway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn left onto Mahilani Drive
1115 ft · 49 sec · Mahilani Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mahilani Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kailua-Kona and Kalaoa.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Palani Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Palani Road
3.8 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Kailua-Kona and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kalaoa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kailua-Kona to Kalaoa?
The road trip is about 7 miles (11.2 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hōlualoa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.5 miles from Kailua-Kona and 3.5 miles from Kalaoa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.2 miles (10 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.24 one way or $2.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kailua-Kona and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kalaoa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kailua-Kona and Kalaoa. Straight-line distance: 6.21 mi (10 km).
#1 Kailua-Kona
Census designated place in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
| Population | 11,975 |
| Coordinates | 19.6401600, -155.9991200 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kalaoa
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 9,644 |
| Coordinates | 19.7286100, -155.9816700 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mahilani Drive (-155.981618, 19.728248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $1.24 | $2.48 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $1.33 | $2.67 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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