Kailua-Kona

$134+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona (SAN - KOA)

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SAN — KOA
mar. 31 — abr. 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Kona Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 marzo 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$337
(Delta)

One-way from

$134
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$487 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Kona Intl flight deals.
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From San Diego to Kona Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Kona Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Kona Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Kona Intl.

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 26, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/67:20 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 19mDelta
mar. 5/139:39 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/25$337
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.
lun. 4/288:00 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
lun. 5/511:45 amKOA - SAN
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$383
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/2810:53 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 49mHawaiian Airlines
lun. 5/511:07 amKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/25$384
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.
dom. 4/204:30 pmSAN - KOA
1 stop24h 50mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/239:16 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$396
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.
mar. 5/209:00 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 04mAlaska Airlines
jue. 5/292:36 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$398
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jue. 4/2410:00 amSAN - KOA
1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/286:56 pmKOA - SAN
2 stops25h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$425
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1210:30 amSAN - KOA
2 stops12h 16mUnited Airlines
jue. 5/221:15 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$442

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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Price

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

mar. 5/6

7:20 am-5:39 pm

1 stop13h 19m

Kona Intl

mar. 5/13

9:39 pm-10:20 am

1 stop9h 41m

$337

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

lun. 4/28

8:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Kona Intl

lun. 5/5

11:45 am-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$383

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

lun. 4/28

10:53 am-5:42 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Kona Intl

lun. 5/5

11:07 am-7:31 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$384

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

dom. 4/20

4:30 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Kona Intl

mié. 4/23

9:16 pm-8:30 am

1 stop8h 14m

$396

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

mar. 5/20

9:00 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

Kona Intl

jue. 5/29

2:36 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop5h 31m

$398

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

jue. 4/24

10:00 am-3:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Kona Intl

lun. 4/28

6:56 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$425

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

lun. 5/12

10:30 am-7:46 pm

2 stops12h 16m

Kona Intl

jue. 5/22

1:15 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$442

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

dom. 5/4

7:20 am-5:39 pm

1 stop13h 19m

$184

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

mar. 6/3

12:10 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$209

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

mar. 6/3

1:23 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$214

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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 Diego to Kailua-Kona in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Diego-Kailua-Kona flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Kailua-Kona flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Kailua-Kona flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Kailua-Kona 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 Diego-Kailua-Kona 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 Diego to Kailua-Kona

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kailua-Kona from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona 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 KOA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 marzo 26, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight at noon.

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 marzo 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Kailua-Kona to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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 Diego 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 airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Kailua-Kona?

    To fly from San Diego to Kailua-Kona, you need to book a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Kona Intl (KOA). Nonstop flights to Kona Intl from San Diego take 6h 01m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from San Diego to Kona Intl offered by 6 different airlines.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona round-trip from $337. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $383, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $384. Users have found that Delta is 17% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $134. Users have also found prices from $194 and $209 on United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $438 for a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Kona Intl) is currently priced at $277.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$164Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$241Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$313Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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