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$139+ Cheap flights from The Big Island to San Diego (SAN)

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KOA — SAN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$307
(Delta)

One-way from

$139
(Hawaiian Airlines)

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December

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April

Good round-trip deal

$447 or less

Good one-way deal

$254 or less
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Cheapest flights from The Big Island to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from The Big Island to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 5/149:45 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop11h 52mDelta
Sat 5/177:00 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 42mDelta
Deal found 2/20$307
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/88:05 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/128:10 amSAN - KOA
1 stop10h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$333
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2511:25 amKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 25mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/267:00 amSAN - KOA
1 stop18h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 4/118:05 pmKOA - SAN
2 stops19h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/226:27 pmSAN - KOA
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/267:55 amKOA - SAN
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Sun 3/29:20 pmSAN - KOA
2 stops17h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$444
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/78:40 amITO - SAN
2 stops19h 55mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/234:27 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop28h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$507
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 4/119:16 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/224:30 pmSAN - KOA
1 stop24h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/711:55 pmKOA - SAN
2 stops21h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1110:00 amSAN - KOA
2 stops12h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$518
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/77:55 pmITO - SAN
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/116:15 amSAN - ITO
2 stops12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$568
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/78:25 amITO - SAN
1 stop9h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/2310:00 amSAN - ITO
1 stop11h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$660

Find flights from The Big Island to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from The Big Island to San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

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The Big Island

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

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Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Wed 5/14

9:45 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop11h 52m

San Diego

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$307

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Sat 3/8

8:05 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Diego

Wed 3/12

8:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$333

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Tue 3/25

11:25 am-7:50 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

7:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$343

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Fri 4/11

8:05 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops19h 02m

San Diego

Tue 4/22

6:27 pm-7:17 am

1 stop15h 50m

$440

HiloSan Diego

ITO - SAN

ITOSAN

Hilo Intl

Mon 4/7

8:40 am-7:35 am

2 stops19h 55m

San Diego

Wed 4/23

4:27 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 33m

$507

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Fri 4/11

9:16 pm-8:30 am

1 stop8h 14m

San Diego

Tue 4/22

4:30 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$515

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Fri 3/7

11:55 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops21h 48m

San Diego

Tue 3/11

10:00 am-7:54 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$518

HiloSan Diego

ITO - SAN

ITOSAN

Hilo Intl

Fri 3/7

7:55 pm-10:04 am

2 stops12h 09m

San Diego

Tue 3/11

6:15 am-4:00 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$568

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Fri 4/11

11:45 am-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Tue 4/22

8:35 am-6:10 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$574

HiloSan Diego

ITO - SAN

ITOSAN

Hilo Intl

Mon 4/7

8:25 am-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San Diego

Wed 4/23

10:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$660

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Best time to book a flight from The Big Island to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from The Big Island to San Diego

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from The Big Island to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from The Big Island to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 FUI to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from The Big Island to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from The Big Island to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from The Big Island to San Diego to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from The Big Island to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from The Big Island?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from The Big Island, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

  • How popular is this The Big Island to San Diego flight route?

    The The Big Island to San Diego flight path was viewed by 4 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 The Big Island to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $139 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $161 and Southwest from $164 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from The Big Island to San Diego?

    The most popular route from The Big Island to San Diego is Kona Intl - San Diego. You may also consider Hilo Intl - San Diego or Waimea (Kamuela) Waimea Kohala - San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest flights from The Big Island to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from The Big Island to San Diego? While on average our users pay $421, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $169. The most popular route (Kona Intl - San Diego), is priced around $278.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from The Big Island to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from The Big Island to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from The Big Island to San Diego 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 The Big Island to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from The Big Island to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from The Big Island to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from The Big Island to San Diego. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$147Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$196Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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