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$129+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua, HI

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SFO — HNL
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Kailua

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Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$438
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kailua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kailua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/269:10 amSFO - HNL
1 stop13h 09mDelta
Thu 5/110:35 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop14h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/27$277
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:55 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 10/309:15 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/36:00 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/710:05 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$281
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 10/27:30 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 12mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/99:15 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$288
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 10/1612:50 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:20 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sat 5/311:32 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/86:20 amHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$340
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Sat 4/2612:00 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Mon 5/58:15 amHNL - SFO
2 stops12h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$372

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kailua that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Kailua

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

9:10 am-7:19 pm

1 stop13h 09m

Honolulu

Thu 5/1

10:35 pm-3:46 pm

1 stop14h 11m

$277

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop8h 23m

Honolulu

Wed 5/7

10:05 pm-6:13 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$281

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

7:50 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Honolulu

Wed 5/7

9:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop8h 40m

$287

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Tue 5/13

11:15 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$303

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

11:32 am-7:41 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Honolulu

Thu 5/8

6:20 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$340

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

12:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Honolulu

Mon 5/5

8:15 am-11:25 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$372

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop5h 45m

Honolulu

Mon 4/21

11:15 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$439

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

7:50 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$129

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

7:50 am-2:48 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$139

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

7:50 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$144

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kailua is 88 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 Kailua?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to K4I?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kailua. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Kailua flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Francisco to Kailua

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to K4I are scheduled on a Wednesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Kailua to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,335 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Kailua?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Kailua. 6 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Kailua on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Kailua should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 15 outbound flights to Kailua per day.

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

    This flight path from San Francisco to Kailua was viewed by 248 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 San Francisco to Kailua one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $139 and Hawaiian Airlines from $144 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Kailua on time: SWISS (100%), Emirates (93%), Avianca (93%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Kailua is $129. On average you can expect to pay $1,275. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Honolulu), can usually be booked for $258.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Kailua

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$138Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$199Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$202Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$377Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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