The Big Island

$193+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KOA
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 9, 2026.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/294:55 pm
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 41m
United Airlines
Thu 11/52:20 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$306
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
Tue 10/273:46 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.
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
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 9/2110:40 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop9h 51m
Delta
Mon 9/289:03 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 33m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$316
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.
Sat 10/247:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/293:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$317
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/287:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/18:45 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$320
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:48 pm
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop14h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/213:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Thu 9/247:50 pm
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/53:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$324
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/157:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/193:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$325
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/81:00 pm
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop8h 39m
Delta
Thu 11/129:40 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$326
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/277:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/63:51 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8$327
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/209:45 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop6h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/283:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$328

Find flight deals from San Francisco to The Big Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated June 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$306
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$193
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$598

Good round-trip deal

$381 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Kona Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to The Big Island
One-way flight from San Francisco to The Big Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($3 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to The Big Island.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to The Big Island.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to The Big Island that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

2:40 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Kona Intl

Thu 8/27

9:37 pm-8:21 am

1 stop7h 44m

$316

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

Thu 8/6

9:30 am-7:17 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Kona Intl

Mon 8/10

8:42 pm-12:57 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$378

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 FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

8:20 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Hilo Intl

Wed 8/26

3:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops15h 15m

$397

San FranciscoHilo

SFO - ITO

SFOITO

San Francisco

Wed 10/7

7:48 pm-7:03 am

1 stop14h 15m

Hilo Intl

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$397

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop5h 32m

Kona Intl

Sun 8/30

8:45 pm-7:42 am

1 stop7h 57m

$402
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

10:15 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/9

11:05 pm-7:13 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$407

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

10:15 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Kona Intl

Thu 8/27

11:05 pm-7:13 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$407

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

3:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Kona Intl

Wed 7/8

8:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 56m

$426

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to The Big Island

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to The Big Island (average of $73). Flying from San Francisco to The Big Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,477). 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 FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 9, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to The Big Island as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to The Big Island

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 9, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to zzFUI are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to The Big Island, you should look to book at least 38 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing The Big Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Big Island. 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 The Big Island. Reviews last updated June 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andHawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to The Big Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to The Big Island?

    Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to The Big Island from San Francisco.

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

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

    Airlines like Delta fly from San Francisco to The Big Island in about 7h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San Francisco and The Big Island are separated by a distance of 2364 mi.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $122. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to The Big Island for a low price.

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to The Big Island consider choosing Alaska Airlines (100%), Hawaiian Airlines (100%) or ITA Airways (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $435 for a flight from San Francisco to The Big Island. The cheapest flight overall is $178 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Kona Intl) is currently priced at $286.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to The Big Island (average of $73). Flying from San Francisco to The Big Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,477). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to The Big Island

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$148Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$164Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$169Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$372Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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