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$170+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KOA — SFO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$335
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$170
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$505

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$364 or less

Good one-way deal

$265 or less
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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 April 16, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/91:48 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/177:00 amSFO - KOA
1 stop13h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 9/911:20 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/175:59 amSFO - KOA
1 stop10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 9/99:45 pmKOA - SFO
2 stops15h 36mDelta
Wed 9/1710:00 amSFO - KOA
1 stop10h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/15$354
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 8/122:40 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 8/197:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$383
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/911:00 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/174:55 pmSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$430
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/48:30 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop11h 10mSouthwest
Fri 9/125:00 amSFO - KOA
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$468
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 9/48:39 amITO - SFO
1 stop6h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 9/129:20 amSFO - ITO
1 stop10h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$520
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/49:00 pmITO - SFO
1 stop21h 50mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/127:30 amSFO - ITO
2 stops10h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/18:22 amITO - SFO
2 stops12h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/159:00 amSFO - ITO
2 stops14h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$643
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/158:05 amITO - SFO
2 stops12h 20mSouthwest
Thu 5/225:40 amSFO - ITO
2 stops15h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$674
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 8/127:00 pmITO - SFO
2 stops14h 44mDelta
Mon 8/1812:40 amSFO - ITO
2 stops18h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/16$794
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 4/229:16 pmKOA - SFO
2 stops10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/307:50 amSFO - KOA
2 stops12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$877

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from The Big Island to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

The Big Island

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

1:48 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-5:21 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$335

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

11:20 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

5:59 am-1:42 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$347

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

9:45 pm-4:21 pm

2 stops15h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

10:00 am-5:44 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$354

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 8/12

2:40 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$383

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

11:00 pm-7:11 am

Nonstop5h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

4:55 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$430

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 9/4

8:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop11h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

5:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$468

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Thu 9/4

8:39 am-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 52m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

9:20 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$520

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Thu 9/4

9:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

7:30 am-3:18 pm

2 stops10h 48m

$571

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Thu 5/1

8:22 am-12:07 am

2 stops12h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

9:00 am-8:08 pm

2 stops14h 08m

$643

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Thu 5/15

8:05 am-11:25 pm

2 stops12h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

5:40 am-6:10 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$674

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from The Big Island with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from The Big Island to San Francisco

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 $393). 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 April 16, 2025.

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 April 16, 2025.

The most flights from zzFUI to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 April 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from The Big Island to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,665 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Alaska Airlines ($170), Hawaiian Airlines ($171), and Delta ($180).

  • 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 (Big Island) 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 (90%), Air Canada (85%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $209. While the most popular route (Kona Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $324 on average our data indicates $761 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 $393). 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 April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$111Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$208Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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