Kona Airport to Waikoloa & Waimea: Private Transfer

Driver meets you at baggage claim with your name on a sign.

A private transfer from Kona International Airport to hotels in Waikoloa or Waimea on the Big Island, with your driver tracking your flight and waiting at baggage claim. Choose from a minivan for up to 5 passengers, a midsize van for up to 10, or a large van for up to 14 people. The driver greets you and handles the route to your hotel, taking 30 minutes to an hour depending on your destination.

The experience

Your driver is already waiting when you clear baggage claim, holding a name sign and ready to move. Flight tracking means no guessing about pickup timing. The driver knows when your plane lands and adjusts accordingly. If you need verbal guidance finding the waiting area, the driver will call your cell. This eliminates the scramble for a taxi or the wait for a shuttle van to fill up before leaving.

Vehicle size is your choice at checkout: a minivan seats up to 5 passengers with their luggage; a midsize van holds up to 10; a large van accommodates up to 14. The price is per vehicle, not per person, so a group traveling together books one transfer instead of multiple rides. Fuel surcharge, airport departure tax and parking fees are included in the quoted rate.

The drive to Waikoloa takes roughly 30 minutes. Waimea runs closer to an hour depending on traffic and which hotel you're headed to. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with a baby, and the vehicle works for all fitness levels since you're simply being driven to your accommodation.

What’s included

• Meet and greet at baggage claim with name sign.
• flight tracking and driver contact by phone.
• fuel surcharge.
• airport departure tax.
• parking fees.

Options for this experience

3 options

Minivan for up to 5 peopleGuide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 05:00, the last at 23:00Pickup is included with the minivan

Passenger van for up to 10 peopleGuide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 05:00, the last at 23:00Midsize passenger van with pickup included

Passenger van for up to 14 peopleGuide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 05:00, the last at 23:00Large passenger van with pickup included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day19 departure times: the first at 05:00, the last at 23:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 15 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Blue Sky Transportation Hawaii

Is this one for you?Book the minivan if it's just your family of four or five; choose the midsize van for a group up to ten; pick the large van if your party reaches fourteen. The driver's flight tracking means you skip the taxi line and the uncertainty of timing. You're collected the moment you're ready.

Traveler reviews

4.96★★★★★★★★★★

49 verified traveler reviews

5 ★47

4 ★2

3 ★0

2 ★0

1 ★0

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What happens when I land at Kona Airport?

Your driver is waiting at baggage claim with a name sign. The driver will also call your cell if needed to guide you to the waiting area, then greet you and take you to your vehicle.

Can I fit my whole group in one transfer?

Yes. The minivan holds up to 5 passengers, the midsize van up to 10, and the large van up to 14, so most groups book a single vehicle. The price is per vehicle, not per person.

How long does the drive take?

Waikoloa is roughly 30 minutes from the airport. Waimea runs closer to an hour. The exact time depends on traffic and your specific hotel location.

What if my flight is delayed?

The driver tracks your flight, so pickup adjusts automatically if you're late. You don't need to call or reschedule. Just clear baggage claim and look for your name sign.

Is there a car seat available for my infant?

Specialized infant seats are available. Let the operator know in the special requirements field when you book.