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$112+ 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — KOA
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Mon 4/20
Mon 4/27
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 March 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:10 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/223:56 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:33 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/612:32 pm
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:56 pm
LAX
-
KOA
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/219:19 am
KOA
-
LAX
1 stop19h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$235
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/133:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:33 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/1310:36 am
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/152:59 pm
LAX
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 44m
Delta
Wed 4/2210:07 pm
KOA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$237
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:10 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop11h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/223:56 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:56 pm
LAX
-
KOA
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/232:36 pm
KOA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$241
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/154:36 pm
LAX
-
KOA
1 stop24h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/292:36 pm
KOA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/162:59 pm
LAX
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 44m
Delta
Wed 4/298:50 pm
KOA
-
LAX
1 stop14h 36m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$246
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/149:26 am
LAX
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/302:36 pm
KOA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/1610:10 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 33m
Delta
Thu 4/1610:07 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$251

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 March 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$112
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$491

Good round-trip deal

$250 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 March 21, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 4/28

7:09 am-3:21 pm

1 stop11h 12m

Kona Intl

Thu 4/30

9:21 am-7:14 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$267
Quickest round-trip

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 5/4

7:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/8

3:56 pm-12:06 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$267

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Tue 5/5

7:20 am-7:03 pm

1 stop14h 43m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/15

8:50 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops16h 19m

$277

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

8:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops14h 42m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/6

11:04 pm-9:47 am

1 stop7h 43m

$282

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

2:59 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

Kona Intl

Sun 4/19

10:07 pm-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 18m

$297

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

2:59 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

Kona Intl

Thu 4/30

8:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$306

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/17

7:55 am-2:30 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/20

10:00 am-6:20 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$321

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/8

9:00 am-11:50 am

Nonstop5h 50m

Kona Intl

Mon 4/20

1:05 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$327

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 4/20

6:15 am-7:03 pm

2 stops15h 48m

Kona Intl

Mon 4/27

8:50 pm-2:38 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$327

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

5:40 am-7:03 pm

2 stops16h 23m

Kona Intl

Wed 4/29

8:50 pm-7:56 pm

2 stops20h 06m

$335

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to The Big Island (average of $118). Flying from California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 March 21, 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 at noon could potentially save you up to 20% 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 March 21, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to zzFUI are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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, 43 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 Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from California to The Big Island in about 5h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2381 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?

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $108 and $114, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to The Big Island (average of $118). Flying from California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 8 airlines flying from California to The Big Island

Discover the top 8 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 March 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$138Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$167Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$174Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$452Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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