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Flying with oxygen from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA)

Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole is the No. 75 airport in the U.S. by passenger boardings (FAA, 2024), serving Kailua-Kona and nearby Waikoloa and Kohala Coast. Here’s how to get through the airport and onto your flight with a portable oxygen concentrator.

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Airlines at KOA

Tap an airline to see its portable oxygen concentrator rules.

Southwest AirlinesAdd your POC to the reservation, then see an agent at the airport. Window seat required.Delta Air LinesRequest approval 48 hours ahead (72 international) and send a physician’s statement.American AirlinesPhysician’s consent form plus a gate check of your device and batteries.United AirlinesCall 48 hours ahead and bring United’s printed POC form.Alaska Airlines48 hours’ notice recommended; 150% battery plus ground time. Also covers Hawaiian Airlines.Hawaiian AirlinesNow follows Alaska Airlines’ oxygen policy.

Air Canada, WestJet, Japan Airlines and Mokulele Airlines also fly here. Check their oxygen rules directly before you book.

Airline list reviewed October 2026. Routes change often, so check Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole’s website for current flights.

Airport day tips

Start fully chargedSecurity lines and gate waits use battery too. Many airlines want 150% of your flight time covered, so arrive with every battery full.
Screening at TSATell the officer you have a portable oxygen concentrator. If you can’t disconnect from it, say so and they’ll screen you another way. TSA Cares (855-787-2227) can help if you call 72 hours ahead.
Ask for assistanceNeed a wheelchair or help getting to the gate? Request it through your airline when you book. It’s free.
Check in with an agentMany airlines verify your POC, paperwork and batteries at the counter or gate, so leave a little extra time.

FAA-approved concentrators for flying

Every portable concentrator below is FAA approved for use on U.S. flights.

Inogen Rove 6Pulse dose · 4.8 lbUp to 6 hr 15 min batteryLearn more →Inogen One Rove 4Pulse dose · 2.9 lbUp to 4.5 hr batteryLearn more →Inogen One G5Pulse dose · 4.8 lbUp to 6.5 hr batteryLearn more →CAIRE FreeStyle ComfortPulse dose · 5 lbUp to 8 hr battery (16-cell)Learn more →

Only need oxygen for one trip? We also offer short- and long-term portable concentrator rentals. See oxygen rentals →

Other Hawaii airports

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Flying from KOA?

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