Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport Terminal 2 Map (Most Up-To-Date)
KOA Terminal 2 (South Terminal) functions like an open-air village: detached gate holdrooms around a central courtyard, linked by roofed-but-open-sided walkways plus unavoidable outdoor gaps. Within the Kona airfield hub, the layout feels wider than it looks because heat, humidity, and sun exposure turn short distances into high-effort walks. Orientation is simple—curb/check-in → TSA → central concessions → Gates 6–10/11—but comfort and bottlenecks depend on where shade and the lone AC space actually are.
Map Table
| Zone | Connection | Walk Time |
|---|---|---|
| Curbside overhang | Check-in counters | 1–3 min |
| Open-air check-in lobby | USDA checked-bag x-ray | 5–10 min dwell |
| TSA Checkpoint 2 | Secure courtyard | 5–30+ min variable |
| Secure courtyard | Gates 6–10 | 2–4 min |
| Secure courtyard | Gate 11 AC holdroom | 4–6 min |
| Terminal 2 airside | Terminal 1 airside promenade | 10–15 min |
| Baggage claim (T2) | Rideshare median pickup | 1–2 min |
| Baggage claim (T2) | ConRAC entrance | 3–5 min |
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport Terminal 2 Map Strategy
- Treat every “short” segment as a heat segment: route to the coolest holdroom first (Gate 11) and use it as your staging base, even if your departure gate is 6–10.
- Build a buffer for double screening: USDA for checked bags happens before airline counters, and a second USDA carry-on check can appear right after TSA near the gate-cluster entrance.
- Walk with intent between critical nodes: TSA exit → central concessions → gate spur, then only move again at boarding; unnecessary backtracking is where heat + crowds compound.
- Plan ground exits like a mini-crossing: rideshare pickup is not at the baggage-claim curb; ConRAC is walkable across the loop road, often faster than waiting on a packed shuttle.
2026 Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport Terminal 2 Map + Printable PDF
Current operations at 2026 still reflect the same defining constraint: Terminal 2’s passenger path is functional but not climate-controlled, with comfort hinging on a few specific nodes rather than a continuous indoor concourse. Expect the same exposure-driven pacing (especially post-security) and the same “surprise friction” points around USDA screening and TSA queue spillover when banks of flights overlap.
2026 Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport Terminal 2 Map Guide
What is the exact walking distance (and typical walk time) from Terminal 2 security exit to the farthest Terminal 2 gate?
Walking distance is about 450 feet (135 meters) from the Terminal 2 TSA exit to the farthest gate area (Gate 10/11), typically taking 3–4 minutes at a normal pace. Mobility-impaired pacing commonly stretches this to about 6–8 minutes because the path is open-air, can be crowded, and has narrow pinch points near the central concession node.
| Segment | Distance | Typical walk time |
|---|---|---|
| TSA exit → concession hub | ~100 ft (30 m) | ~1 min |
| Concession hub → far gates (10/11) | ~450 ft (135 m) | ~3–4 min |
| Total (TSA exit → far gates) | ~450 ft (135 m) | ~3–4 min |
Where is the nearest fully enclosed / air-conditioned seating area accessible from Terminal 2, and what is the exact walking distance from the Terminal 2 gates to that space?
Gate 11’s holdroom is the nearest fully enclosed, air-conditioned public seating area in Terminal 2’s secure zone. Walking from the main Terminal 2 gate cluster (Gates 6–10) to Gate 11 typically adds a short but noticeable trek in open-air conditions, with the longest gate-to-AC move coming from the far end of the cluster.
| From | To | Distance | Typical walk time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate 10 area | Gate 11 AC holdroom | ~50–150 ft (15–45 m) | ~1–3 min |
| Gate 8 midpoint | Gate 11 AC holdroom | ~200–300 ft (60–90 m) | ~2–4 min |
| Gate 6 area | Gate 11 AC holdroom | ~350–450 ft (105–135 m) | ~4–6 min |
Where exactly is the agricultural inspection / carry-on x-ray point before boarding relative to Terminal 2 gates, and what is the walking distance from the main seating area to that checkpoint?
The post-TSA USDA carry-on checkpoint sits at the ingress to the Gate 6–10 cluster, right where the secure courtyard funnels into the gate-holdroom walkway. Walking from the main post-security seating/concession hub to that USDA point is short, but it can feel slow because passengers stop to unpack and repack right in the flow zone.
From the central post-security seating area (the concession hub immediately after TSA), walk toward the Gates 6–10 spur; the USDA carry-on inspection is positioned at the threshold before the gate walkway fully opens up. The distance is roughly 100–200 feet (30–60 meters), usually 1–2 minutes of walking, plus any queue delay at the table/belt.
What is the exact route (and distance) to walk airside from Terminal 2 gates to Terminal 1 gates (without re-clearing security)?
Walking airside is possible without re-clearing TSA, but it requires a long, fully exposed promenade that makes tight connections operationally risky. The airside distance from Terminal 2’s secure area to Terminal 1’s gate area is about 1,500 feet (450 meters), typically 10–15 minutes on foot with no moving walkways and no climate control.
| Step | Route (airside) | Distance | Typical walk time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Depart Terminal 2 secure courtyard toward the signed connector/promenade | ~200–400 ft (60–120 m) | 2–4 min |
| 2 | Follow the airside promenade parallel to the airfield toward Terminal 1 | ~1,100–1,300 ft (335–395 m) | 7–10 min |
| 3 | Enter Terminal 1 gate area from the promenade | ~100–200 ft (30–60 m) | 1–2 min |
| Total | Terminal 2 gates → Terminal 1 gates (airside) | ~1,500 ft (450 m) | 10–15 min |
Where is the ConRAC / rental car pickup area relative to Terminal 2 baggage claim, and what is the shortest walking path distance between them?
The ConRAC (Consolidated Rent-A-Car) facility is directly across the terminal loop road from Terminal 2 baggage claim, opposite the Claims 26–31 area. The shortest walk is about 300 feet (90 meters), usually 3–5 minutes, using the crosswalks to go from the baggage-claim curb to the center median and then across to the ConRAC entrance.
Exit Terminal 2 baggage claim to the curb, head to the marked crosswalk, cross to the center median, then cross the second roadway segment to the ConRAC side. This direct walk often beats waiting for a loop shuttle during peak arrival banks when buses are full or stuck in traffic.
Where is the rideshare/taxi pickup location for Terminal 2, and what is the walking distance from the Terminal 2 baggage claim exit to that pickup point?
The designated rideshare (Uber/Lyft) pickup for Terminal 2 is in the center median of the terminal loop road, not at the baggage-claim curb. Walking from the Terminal 2 baggage claim exit to the median pickup area is about 150–200 feet (45–60 meters), typically 1–2 minutes, plus a crosswalk wait if traffic is heavy.
From the baggage-claim curb, locate the signed crosswalk, roll your bags across the inner lanes to the median strip, and stage within the narrow pickup zone where shuttles and other vehicles circulate nearby. Shade is limited, so the median can feel hotter and more crowded during peak arrival waves.
What is the closest restroom to the farthest Terminal 2 gate, and what is the walking distance from that gate to the restroom?
The closest restroom to the farthest Terminal 2 gate area (Gate 10/11) is the restroom block back toward the Gate 8/9 mid-concourse node. Walking from Gate 10/11 to that restroom typically requires about 100–150 feet (30–45 meters) of backtracking, usually 1–3 minutes depending on crowd pinch points near the corridor.
The restroom entrance sits adjacent to the main gate walkway rather than inside a sealed concourse, so it’s convenient for a quick stop but not a reliable air-conditioned refuge. During boarding waves, the restroom queue can spill into the walkway, so going a few minutes earlier than “last call” reduces the risk of getting stuck behind a line.
Where is the closest food option reachable from Terminal 2 gates, and what is the walking distance from the midpoint of the Terminal 2 gate area to that vendor?
Laniakea Café is the closest primary food option in Terminal 2’s secure area, positioned at the central concession hub just off the post-security courtyard. Walking from the midpoint of the Terminal 2 gate area (around Gate 8) to Laniakea Café is about 100 feet (30 meters), typically 1 minute.
From the Gate 6–10 walkway, head back toward the central post-security node where the main seating and retail cluster sits; the café counter is immediately in that hub zone. Seating is open-air, and lines can surge when multiple mainland departures overlap, so grabbing food before peak boarding windows reduces time spent standing in heat.
Where are the shaded/covered outdoor segments on the primary Terminal 2 path (security → gates), and what portion of the route is unshaded by distance?
Covered roofing spans most of the walkway from Terminal 2 security to the gate holdrooms, but the route still includes unavoidable open-air gaps and low-angle sun exposure. By distance, about 70% of the TSA-to-gates walkway is roof-covered in typical midday conditions, while the most reliably unshaded segment is the final 50–100 feet (15–30 meters) from the gate holdroom to the aircraft stairs on the tarmac.
The shaded portions run from the TSA exit through the central courtyard spine and along much of the gate walkway toward Gates 6–10, where roof structures exist but sides remain open. The unshaded breaks occur at canopy gaps where cross-traffic/service paths cut through, and shade effectiveness drops sharply in late afternoon when sun penetrates laterally into western-facing walkways and gate areas.
Where is the closest water bottle fill station to Terminal 2 gates, and what is the walking distance from the farthest gate to that station?
Standard drinking fountains by the restroom blocks are the closest dependable water source near Terminal 2 gates, rather than a dedicated bottle-fill station. Walking from the farthest gate area (Gate 10/11) to the nearest fountain at the restroom node is about 150 feet (45 meters), typically 1–3 minutes depending on foot traffic.
The fountains sit adjacent to the restrooms along the main gate walkway, back toward the Gate 8/9 area. Because conspicuous high-capacity bottle-fill units are not consistently present at the holdrooms, the most reliable tactic is filling immediately after clearing security at the central node (or topping off at the restroom fountains before you commit to waiting at your gate or at Gate 11’s AC holdroom).
