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$159+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — KOA
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
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 August 4, 2026.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/77:08 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop10h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/1410:35 am
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2$303
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/318:25 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop9h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/910:35 am
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/57:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/153:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$309
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/147:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/143:46 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$311
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/87:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/173:51 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$317
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 9/217:04 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/2810:46 am
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/99:25 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 30m
Southwest
Thu 11/198:00 am
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop10h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 8/4$322
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 11/2510:25 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 12/211:00 am
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$325
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/168:41 am
LAX
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/232:31 pm
KOA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2$325
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/217:08 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop10h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/283:51 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/710:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 25m
Southwest
Mon 9/148:35 pm
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop11h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 8/3$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 10/2611:25 am
OAK
-
KOA
1 stop13h 05m
Southwest
Mon 11/28:00 am
KOA
-
OAK
1 stop12h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1$327

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 August 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(Kissandfly.com)

One-way from

$159
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$330 or less

Good one-way deal

$227 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 August 4, 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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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop5h 32m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/21

3:51 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$317

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 10/15

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop5h 36m

Kona Intl

Thu 10/22

3:46 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$317

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop5h 36m

Kona Intl

Wed 10/21

3:46 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$317

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

6:50 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/28

1:08 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$326

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

2:40 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Kona Intl

Tue 10/27

9:06 pm-9:38 am

1 stop9h 32m

$336

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Thu 10/22

11:36 am-7:26 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Kona Intl

Thu 10/29

9:06 pm-10:50 am

1 stop10h 44m

$336

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/9

11:17 am-5:31 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/16

10:10 pm-10:42 am

1 stop9h 32m

$336

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

7:08 am-2:48 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/28

10:35 am-9:42 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$336

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

11:22 am-7:15 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/21

8:55 pm-10:37 am

1 stop10h 42m

$336

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

2:14 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/23

8:55 pm-10:37 am

1 stop10h 42m

$336

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to The Big Island (average of $364). Flying from California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $596). 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 August 4, 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 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 August 4, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to zzFUI are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 43 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 August 1, 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. Saturday 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, 30 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 and Southwest fly from California to The Big Island in about 5h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2432 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to The Big Island (average of $364). Flying from California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $596). 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$131Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$132Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$164Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$300Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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