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$246+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Hilo (SFO - ITO)

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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ITO
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Hilo Intl are usually found in November or September, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Hilo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Hilo (ITO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$246
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$533
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Hilo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Hilo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/67:00 amSFO - ITO
1 stop9h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/1311:35 amITO - SFO
1 stop7h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$359
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/297:00 amSFO - ITO
1 stop16h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/710:25 amITO - SFO
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 5/69:00 amSFO - ITO
2 stops14h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/136:00 amITO - SFO
1 stop12h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$488
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 4/305:40 amSFO - ITO
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Wed 5/76:55 pmITO - SFO
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$559
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 11/66:40 amSFO - ITO
2 stops10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:49 pmITO - SFO
2 stops14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 9/212:40 amSFO - ITO
2 stops18h 05mDelta
Wed 9/176:45 pmITO - SFO
2 stops13h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/26$808

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Hilo 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Hilo that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Hilo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Hilo Intl

Tue 5/13

11:35 am-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$359

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Hilo Intl

Wed 5/7

10:25 am-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$439

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

9:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Hilo Intl

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-9:13 pm

1 stop12h 13m

$488

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

5:40 am-2:40 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Hilo Intl

Wed 5/7

6:55 pm-9:00 am

2 stops11h 05m

$559

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

6:10 am-2:36 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Hilo Intl

Thu 5/8

8:22 am-11:09 pm

2 stops11h 47m

$844

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

6:31 am-6:00 pm

2 stops14h 29m

Hilo Intl

Wed 4/30

6:30 pm-9:37 am

2 stops12h 07m

$1,050

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

7:10 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$246

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

7:50 pm-3:46 pm

1 stop22h 56m

$279

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

8:55 am-6:00 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$288

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

5:30 am-2:40 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$292

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Hilo in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Hilo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Hilo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Hilo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Hilo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Hilo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Hilo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hilo from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Hilo

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Hilo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Hilo. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Hilo is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Hilo?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Hilo (average of $330). Flying from San Francisco to Hilo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $768). 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 SFO to ITO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Hilo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Hilo in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 63% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Hilo by month

Plan your trip to Hilo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Hilo ranges from 7.4 - 15.5 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Hilo when rainfall is around 7.4 in.

Temperature in Hilo by month

Plan your trip to Hilo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Hilo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July 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 Hilo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hilo. 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 Hilo. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Hilo have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,792 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,331 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Hilo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Hilo round-trip?

    Hawaiian Airlines, at $359, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Hilo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Hawaiian Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Hilo one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $246. Alaska Airlines flights start at $279 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $288 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Hilo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Hilo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Hilo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Hilo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Hilo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Hilo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Hilo?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Hilo (average of $330). Flying from San Francisco to Hilo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $768). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Hilo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Hilo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$380Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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