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$141+ Cheap flights from California to The Big Island

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — KOA
Jul 10 — Jul 171
Fri 7/10
Fri 7/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to The Big Island

Cheapest flights from California to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 10, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/117:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 11/164:30 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/411:30 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 09m
Delta
Wed 11/119:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop8h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$296
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 11/27:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 11/94:30 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$297
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/27:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/81:52 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop28h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 11/17:00 am
ONT
-
KOA
1 stop13h 54m
Delta
Thu 11/1210:45 pm
KOA
-
ONT
1 stop10h 31m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 12/67:05 am
BUR
-
KOA
1 stop10h 40m
Delta
Tue 12/158:55 pm
KOA
-
BUR
1 stop10h 23m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 10/296:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 11/511:55 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Mon 8/2411:25 am
OAK
-
KOA
1 stop13h 00m
Southwest
Mon 8/317:05 pm
KOA
-
OAK
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$307
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Fri 10/237:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/293:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 10/295:45 am
SJC
-
KOA
2 stops15h 09m
Delta
Thu 11/59:45 pm
KOA
-
SJC
2 stops16h 31m
Delta
Deal found 6/6$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 11/17:00 am
ONT
-
KOA
1 stop13h 54m
Delta
Thu 11/59:45 pm
KOA
-
ONT
2 stops16h 27m
Delta
Deal found 6/9$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 11/96:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop11h 45m
Delta
Mon 11/910:45 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop11h 27m
Delta
Deal found 6/6$311

Find flight deals from California to The Big Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated June 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$141
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$579

Good round-trip deal

$381 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to The Big Island 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 June 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to The Big Island that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 8/26

7:21 am-5:35 pm

1 stop13h 14m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/1

8:42 pm-10:57 am

1 stop11h 15m

$316

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 8/24

7:21 am-5:35 pm

1 stop13h 14m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/1

8:42 pm-10:57 am

1 stop11h 15m

$316

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 9/8

7:00 am-5:51 pm

1 stop13h 51m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/22

9:03 pm-3:56 pm

2 stops15h 53m

$322

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Thu 9/10

5:55 am-6:34 pm

2 stops15h 39m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/15

9:55 pm-11:49 am

2 stops10h 54m

$327

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

10:40 am-5:35 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Kona Intl

Fri 8/28

8:42 pm-9:31 am

1 stop9h 49m

$346

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

6:20 am-5:35 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/9

9:45 pm-9:37 am

1 stop8h 52m

$350

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Wed 9/9

8:30 am-6:17 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Kona Intl

Thu 9/10

6:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$354

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Tue 8/25

5:20 am-12:40 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Kona Intl

Sun 8/30

7:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops12h 35m

$371

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

7:00 am-9:34 am

Nonstop5h 34m

Kona Intl

Mon 8/17

4:33 pm-7:31 am

1 stop11h 58m

$382

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 8/5

2:16 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Kona Intl

Thu 8/6

12:51 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$386

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Best time to book a flight from California to The Big Island

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to The Big Island (average of $345). Flying from California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $618). 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 CA to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from California to The Big Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 10, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to The Big Island is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from California to The Big Island

Explore weekly flight availability from California to The Big Island. 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 June 10, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to zzFUI are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to The Big Island?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to The Big Island, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to The Big Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to The Big Island. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to The Big Island flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to The Big Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Within the past month, 28 users have taken a look at flights from California to The Big Island.

  • How long is the flight from California to The Big Island?

    Airlines like Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest fly from California to The Big Island in about 10h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2500 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $108 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $114 and $129, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to The Big Island (average of $345). Flying from California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $618). 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 7 airlines flying from California to The Big Island

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to The Big Island. 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 June 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$133Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$164Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$169Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$214Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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