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$179+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kailua, HI

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SAN — HNL
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from San Diego to Kailua are usually found in February or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kailua

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Kailua (K4I). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$298
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(Alaska Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$366
From San Diego to Kailua
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kailua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Kailua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/197:35 amSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/2612:15 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/610:37 amSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 3/1312:05 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/20$300
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2310:37 amSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/412:10 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2710:20 amSAN - HNL
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/210:30 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/107:20 amSAN - HNL
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Wed 2/1911:25 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Deal found 1/20$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:15 amSAN - HNL
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/117:00 amHNL - SAN
2 stops10h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$321

Find flights from San Diego to Kailua within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Kailua 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 January 21, 2025.

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San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 2/19

7:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Wed 2/26

12:15 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$298

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Sun 2/23

10:50 am-7:31 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Honolulu

Wed 2/26

12:15 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$303

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Sun 2/23

10:37 am-4:53 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Honolulu

Tue 3/4

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$306

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 2/27

10:20 am-6:27 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Honolulu

Sun 3/2

10:30 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 24m

$307

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 2/10

7:20 am-8:25 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Honolulu

Wed 2/19

11:25 pm-10:18 am

1 stop8h 53m

$317

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 2/25

6:15 am-3:10 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Honolulu

Tue 2/25

11:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 15m

$322

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 3/26

8:50 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Honolulu

Wed 4/2

3:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop13h 25m

$372

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 2/20

8:23 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$179

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 2/20

1:25 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$189

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 4/30

8:58 pm-11:29 pm

3 stops29h 31m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Kailua

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Kailua

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Kailua. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Kailua, you should look to book at least 64 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?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Diego to Kailua in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 K4I?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Kailua. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Kailua?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Kailua. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Kailua flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Kailua

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Kailua. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to K4I are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Kailua by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kailua ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kailua when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Kailua by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kailua, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kailua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua. 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. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Kailua to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Kailua. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Kailua?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Kailua. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kailua from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 10 outbound flights to Kailua per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Kailua. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Within the past month, 57 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Kailua.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $179 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $184 and Delta from $189 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Kailua?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Kailua consider choosing Qantas Airways (83%), Fiji Airways (83%) or Southwest (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,120 for a flight from San Diego to Kailua. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Honolulu) is currently priced at $227.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Diego to Kailua in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Kailua. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$229Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$304Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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