Kailua-Kona

$169+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona (SAN - KOA)

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SAN — KOA
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Kona Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$368
(Southwest)

One-way from

$169
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$501

Good round-trip deal

$516 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Kona Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Kona Intl flights.
From San Diego to Kona Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Kona Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 April 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sun 8/317:45 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Fri 9/58:10 amKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/14$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 9/176:36 amSAN - KOA
1 stop10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2411:20 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Mon 5/127:20 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 11mDelta
Wed 5/219:39 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/15$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 9/226:15 amSAN - KOA
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/271:05 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/279:00 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 04mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/272:36 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14$392
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/3012:30 pmSAN - KOA
1 stop10h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 10/912:00 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$455

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 5/12

2:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/19

9:39 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop13h 43m

$377

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

Thu 5/15

9:00 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

Kona Intl

Tue 5/20

2:36 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop5h 31m

$398

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Sun 5/18

7:22 pm-2:37 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/28

9:10 pm-8:35 am

1 stop8h 25m

$436

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Fri 5/9

8:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/16

8:10 am-10:50 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$448

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Thu 4/24

6:15 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 39m

Kona Intl

Mon 4/28

11:03 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$467

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 5/27

2:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$189

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 5/27

11:15 am-7:31 pm

2 stops11h 16m

$194

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 5/27

9:00 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

$199

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 6/3

1:39 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$209

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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

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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 April 11, 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 April 15, 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 April 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 5h 56m 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 $368. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $372, and Alaska Airlines, from $392. Users have found that Southwest is 13% 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 $169. Users have also found prices from $189 and $194 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,182 for a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona. The cheapest flight overall is $229 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Kona Intl) is currently priced at $337.

  • 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$163Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$241Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$328Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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