$169+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to The Big Island
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — KOA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $377 (Delta) |
One-way from | $189 (Delta) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $501 |
Good round-trip deal | $516 or less |
Good one-way deal | $249 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to The Big IslandExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:45 amSAN - ITO
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 9/167:55 amITO - SAN
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:45 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Tue 9/168:10 amKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:36 amSAN - KOA
1 stop10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1011:20 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16![American Airlines logo]()
$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:58 pmSAN - KOA
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/91:30 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17![United Airlines logo]()
$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/177:00 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 44mDelta
Tue 9/239:45 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop11h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/16![Delta logo]()
$374
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/279:00 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/272:36 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$392
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/209:00 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 04mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/2810:22 amKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$398
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:00 amSAN - MUE
2 stops15h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/179:10 pmMUE - SAN
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$511
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/296:58 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop25h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/58:36 amITO - SAN
1 stop19h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$536
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2910:00 amSAN - ITO
1 stop11h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 5/59:30 amITO - SAN
1 stop9h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$607
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:15 amSAN - ITO
2 stops11h 02mDelta
Wed 9/106:45 pmITO - SAN
2 stops14h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/16![Delta logo]()
$728
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3110:43 amSAN - ITO
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/712:25 pmITO - SAN
2 stops18h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16![United Airlines logo]()
$773
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to The Big Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
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San Diego
Fly to
The Big Island
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoHilo
SAN - ITO
SANITO
San Diego
Mon 9/1
7:45 am-2:40 pm
1 stop9h 55m
Hilo Intl
Tue 9/16
6:00 am-8:55 pm
1 stop11h 55m
$336
San DiegoKailua-Kona
SAN - KOA
SANKOA
San Diego
Tue 9/9
7:45 am-2:25 pm
1 stop9h 40m
Kona Intl
Tue 9/16
8:10 am-8:55 pm
1 stop9h 45m
$336
San DiegoKailua-Kona
SAN - KOA
SANKOA
San Diego
Wed 9/10
6:36 am-1:42 pm
1 stop10h 06m
Kona Intl
Wed 9/10
11:20 pm-11:33 am
1 stop9h 13m
$340
San DiegoKailua-Kona
SAN - KOA
SANKOA
San Diego
Wed 9/3
1:58 pm-7:24 pm
1 stop8h 26m
Kona Intl
Tue 9/9
1:30 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop7h 14m
$345
San DiegoKailua-Kona
SAN - KOA
SANKOA
San Diego
Wed 9/17
7:00 am-5:44 pm
1 stop13h 44m
Kona Intl
Tue 9/23
9:45 pm-12:38 pm
1 stop11h 53m
$374
San DiegoKailua-Kona
SAN - KOA
SANKOA
San Diego
Tue 5/27
9:00 am-12:04 pm
Nonstop6h 04m
Kona Intl
Tue 5/27
2:36 pm-11:07 pm
Nonstop5h 31m
$392
San DiegoKailua-Kona
SAN - KOA
SANKOA
San Diego
Tue 5/20
9:00 am-12:04 pm
Nonstop6h 04m
Kona Intl
Wed 5/28
10:22 am-6:53 pm
Nonstop5h 31m
$398
San DiegoWaimea (Big Island)
SAN - MUE
SANMUE
San Diego
Mon 5/12
7:00 am-7:13 pm
2 stops15h 13m
Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala
Sat 5/17
9:10 pm-7:35 am
1 stop7h 25m
$511
San DiegoHilo
SAN - ITO
SANITO
San Diego
Tue 7/29
6:58 pm-5:38 pm
1 stop25h 40m
Hilo Intl
Wed 8/6
8:36 am-7:18 am
1 stop19h 42m
$536
San DiegoHilo
SAN - ITO
SANITO
San Diego
Fri 5/9
10:00 am-6:00 pm
1 stop11h 00m
Hilo Intl
Fri 5/16
6:30 pm-7:25 am
1 stop9h 55m
$569
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to The Big Island
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to The Big Island
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to The Big Island?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from San Diego to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to FUI?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to The Big Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
When flying from San Diego to The Big Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Rainfall in The Big Island by month
Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in The Big Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit The Big Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.
Temperature in The Big Island by month
Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to The Big Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing The Big Island
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Big Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to The Big Island. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to The Big Island. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$170 | Average$471 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$209 | Average$405 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$219 | Average$398 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$237 | Average$527 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$393 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$328 | Average$489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |