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$144+ Cheap flights from The Big Island to San Francisco (SFO)

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KOA — SFO
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from The Big Island to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from The Big Island (zzFUI) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 December 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$227
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from The Big Island to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from The Big Island to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/2611:40 amKOA - SFO
1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/59:55 pmSFO - KOA
1 stop19h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/269:02 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop13h 23mDelta
Fri 1/36:00 amSFO - KOA
2 stops15h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/22$461
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/2610:00 amKOA - SFO
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Sun 1/59:30 pmSFO - KOA
2 stops17h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/2611:43 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/511:05 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$494

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from The Big Island to San Francisco 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 December 23, 2024.

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Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 1/28

2:25 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

9:10 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$227

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 1/16

9:30 pm-8:58 am

1 stop9h 28m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

6:10 am-6:43 pm

1 stop14h 33m

$246

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 1/17

12:23 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

7:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$313

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 1/16

10:21 am-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

9:10 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$321

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Fri 1/17

12:45 pm-12:07 am

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

7:45 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$399

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Thu 1/16

8:35 am-9:19 pm

1 stop10h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-6:13 pm

2 stops14h 13m

$459

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 12/26

10:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops12h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 1/5

9:30 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$471

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Sun 2/16

6:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

9:15 am-6:04 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$610

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Sun 3/23

6:00 am-11:30 pm

2 stops14h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

5:20 am-5:50 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$642

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 1/10

2:25 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

8:00 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$732

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

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Travel insights for flights from The Big Island to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from The Big Island to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from The Big Island to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from The Big Island to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from The Big Island to San Francisco. 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 December 23, 2024.

The most flights from zzFUI to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from The Big Island to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,294 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco from The Big Island?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from The Big Island.

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

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from The Big Island to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from The Big Island to San Francisco are United Airlines ($144), Delta ($153), and Hawaiian Airlines ($169).

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

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from The Big Island to San Francisco?

    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 The Big Island to San Francisco on time: Lufthansa (100%), United Airlines (92%), Air Canada (89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (Kona Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $227 on average our data indicates $669 when flying from The Big Island to San Francisco.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from The Big Island to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from The Big Island to San Francisco. 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$111Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$178Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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