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$114+ Cheap flights from California to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

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LAX — KOA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kailua-Kona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Kailua-Kona (KOA). 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/1010:05 amSAN - KOA
1 stop7h 51mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/148:05 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/57:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop12h 49mDelta
Tue 12/179:00 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop11h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/19$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/119:30 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/152:35 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/113:59 pmLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 50mDelta
Tue 12/179:30 pmKOA - LAX
Nonstop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/19$267
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 11/307:00 amSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/104:35 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop14h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$271
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/37:00 amOAK - KOA
1 stop7h 09mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/119:46 amKOA - OAK
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 11/306:20 amSJC - KOA
1 stop13h 59mDelta
Fri 12/139:00 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop11h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/18$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/76:00 amONT - KOA
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/162:35 pmKOA - ONT
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/312:40 pmSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Wed 12/119:00 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Deal found 11/19$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/115:50 amONT - KOA
1 stop14h 36mDelta
Mon 12/169:00 pmKOA - ONT
1 stop11h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/19$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/116:00 amSFO - KOA
1 stop11h 08mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/134:35 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop12h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$288
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/1211:30 amLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 12/165:05 pmKOA - LAX
1 stop9h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$292

Find flights from California to Kailua-Kona within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kailua-Kona 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 1/13

6:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/21

2:25 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 49m

$220

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Sun 2/23

7:35 am-3:35 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Kona Intl

Fri 2/28

12:27 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$227

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Kona Intl

Thu 1/23

2:20 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 54m

$228

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/14

11:00 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/28

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$229

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 12/10

10:05 am-3:56 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Kona Intl

Sat 12/14

8:05 pm-7:34 am

1 stop9h 29m

$234

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Thu 12/5

7:30 am-6:19 pm

1 stop12h 49m

Kona Intl

Tue 12/17

9:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop11h 30m

$242

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/18

12:21 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop9h 51m

Kona Intl

Wed 2/26

9:45 pm-9:34 am

1 stop9h 49m

$264

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Kona Intl

Sun 2/2

2:25 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

$266

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Fri 1/10

10:44 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop5h 46m

Kona Intl

Thu 1/16

12:23 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$267

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 12/3

7:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Kona Intl

Wed 12/11

9:46 am-9:00 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$272

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona

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Travel insights for flights from California to Kailua-Kona

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Kailua-Kona including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona (average of $408). Flying from California to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 CA to KOA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Kailua-Kona. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kailua-Kona as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Kailua-Kona

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Kailua-Kona. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to KOA are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Kailua-Kona by month

Plan your trip to Kailua-Kona by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kailua-Kona 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 Kailua-Kona when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Kailua-Kona by month

Plan your trip to Kailua-Kona by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kailua-Kona, 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 Kailua-Kona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua-Kona. 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 Kailua-Kona. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest from California to Kailua-Kona 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
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,287 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Kailua-Kona. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kailua-Kona from California?

    Most people fly into Kona Intl (KOA) if they book a flight to Kailua-Kona from California. Kona Intl is conveniently located just 7.7 mi from Kailua-Kona’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Kailua-Kona flight route?

    This flight path from California to Kona Intl was viewed by 35 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Kailua-Kona one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Hawaiian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $114. Users have also found prices from $114 and $118 on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Kailua-Kona?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Kailua-Kona consider Los Angeles - Kona Intl, San Francisco - Kona Intl or San Jose - Kona Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Kailua-Kona?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Kailua-Kona are Hawaiian Airlines (95%), Alaska Airlines (93%) and Avianca (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Kailua-Kona?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Kailua-Kona is $118. On average you can expect to pay $858. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Kona Intl), can usually be booked for $250.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Kailua-Kona that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Kailua-Kona flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Kailua-Kona?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Kailua-Kona.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Kailua-Kona 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 California to Kailua-Kona?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona (average of $408). Flying from California to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Kailua-Kona. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$105Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$118Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$148Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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