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$144+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Lihue (SFO - LIH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LIH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Lihue are usually found in January or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Lihue

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Lihue (LIH). 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.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$147
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$374

Good round-trip deal

$438 or less

Good one-way deal

$231 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lihue
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lihue. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/49:07 amSFO - LIH
Nonstop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/811:59 pmLIH - SFO
Nonstop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$294
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/289:13 amSFO - LIH
1 stop12h 31mDelta
Mon 5/58:15 pmLIH - SFO
1 stop13h 35mDelta
Deal found 1/21$300
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.
Wed 3/510:09 amSFO - LIH
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/511:15 pmLIH - SFO
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$308
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.
Mon 4/287:50 pmSFO - LIH
1 stop13h 27mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/86:54 pmLIH - SFO
1 stop9h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$328
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 9/107:00 amSFO - LIH
1 stop8h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/1712:05 pmLIH - SFO
Nonstop5h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/19$339
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/165:40 amSFO - LIH
2 stops13h 20mSouthwest
Wed 4/239:00 amLIH - SFO
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$368

Find flights from San Francisco to Lihue within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Lihue 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 FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

8:59 am-5:18 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Lihue

Mon 5/5

8:15 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$300

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

9:07 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

Lihue

Fri 3/7

11:59 pm-7:14 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$304

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

10:09 am-5:02 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Lihue

Wed 3/5

11:15 pm-11:01 am

1 stop9h 46m

$308

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

7:50 pm-6:17 am

1 stop13h 27m

Lihue

Thu 5/8

7:42 pm-7:20 am

1 stop8h 38m

$328

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

8:55 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Lihue

Sun 5/11

7:42 pm-7:20 am

1 stop8h 38m

$381

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

5:30 am-3:55 pm

2 stops13h 25m

Lihue

Tue 4/15

9:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$409

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

10:07 am-5:59 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$144

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

9:07 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

$147

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

9:45 am-3:36 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$152

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

10:55 am-8:09 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$157

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Lihue in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Francisco-Lihue flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Lihue flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Lihue flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Lihue 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 Francisco-Lihue flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Lihue

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Lihue is 51 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 Lihue?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from San Francisco to Lihue 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 LIH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Lihue. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Lihue is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Lihue. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Lihue flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 Lihue

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Lihue. 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 SFO to LIH are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Lihue by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lihue ranges from 2.2 - 6.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Lihue when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Lihue by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lihue, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July 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 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lihue

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lihue. 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 Lihue. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from San Francisco to Lihue have to say. 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
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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 Francisco to Lihue. 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 Francisco to Lihue?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Lihue, you will be flying from San Francisco to Lihue. Flights to Lihue (LIH) from San Francisco (SFO) take 5h 33m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from San Francisco to Lihue per day from 5 airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Lihue.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Lihue round-trip?

    Currently priced at $294, United Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Lihue and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $313 and $361, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Lihue one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $147. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Lihue for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Lihue consider choosing Avianca (98%), United Airlines (91%) or Lufthansa (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Lihue is $169. On average you can expect to pay $905. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Lihue), can usually be booked for $287.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from San Francisco to Lihue 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Lihue

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Lihue. 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$157Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$185Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$264Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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