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$124+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — KOA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to The Big Island

Cheapest flights from Oakland to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/305:53 amOAK - KOA
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Mon 1/127:55 pmKOA - OAK
1 stop14h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/17$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:53 amOAK - KOA
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Tue 1/138:45 pmKOA - OAK
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/16$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:53 amOAK - KOA
2 stops14h 38mDelta
Sun 1/119:30 pmKOA - OAK
2 stops16h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/16$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:53 amOAK - KOA
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Sun 1/117:55 pmKOA - OAK
1 stop14h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/16$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:53 amOAK - KOA
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Wed 1/79:30 pmKOA - OAK
2 stops16h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/16$420
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:53 amOAK - KOA
2 stops14h 38mDelta
Thu 1/89:30 pmKOA - OAK
2 stops16h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/16$426
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:53 amOAK - KOA
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Fri 1/97:55 pmKOA - OAK
1 stop14h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/16$445
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/317:00 amOAK - KOA
1 stop8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1312:11 pmKOA - OAK
2 stops20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$447
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/177:10 amOAK - KOA
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/211:50 pmKOA - OAK
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$483
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:10 amOAK - ITO
2 stops13h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/137:44 pmITO - OAK
2 stops12h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$519
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/299:38 amOAK - ITO
2 stops13h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:59 pmITO - OAK
2 stops13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$578
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/299:38 amOAK - ITO
2 stops13h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/127:44 pmITO - OAK
2 stops13h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$637

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Round-trip from

$228
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One-way from

$124
(Hawaiian Airlines)

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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to The Big Island that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

The Big Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 1/6

9:38 am-5:59 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/13

12:11 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 35m

$234

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Kona Intl

Sun 1/25

9:54 am-7:33 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$268

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Kona Intl

Wed 1/28

9:54 am-7:33 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$279

OaklandHilo

OAK - ITO

OAKITO

Oakland

Tue 1/6

7:38 am-3:55 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Hilo Intl

Tue 4/7

8:38 am-8:10 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$279

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 2/24

10:10 am-5:53 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/3

9:05 pm-9:14 am

1 stop10h 09m

$284

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Thu 3/5

5:55 am-7:34 pm

2 stops15h 39m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/10

7:40 pm-11:55 am

1 stop13h 15m

$288

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Sat 2/28

5:55 am-7:34 pm

2 stops15h 39m

Kona Intl

Sun 3/8

9:55 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops15h 15m

$294

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 1/13

5:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/20

9:30 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$294

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 2/24

5:55 am-7:34 pm

2 stops15h 39m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/3

9:45 pm-11:55 am

2 stops12h 10m

$294

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 1/20

5:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Kona Intl

Thu 1/22

9:30 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$312

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Deals found on 12/15

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

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to The Big Island (average of $163). Flying from Oakland, California to The Big Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 OAK to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to The Big Island in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 62% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Oakland to The Big Island to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,819 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland 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 Oakland to The Big Island?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Oakland to The Big Island.

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

    Flights from Oakland to The Big Island have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Southwest fly from Oakland, California to The Big Island in about 9h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 25m. The distance between Oakland, California and The Big Island is about 2375 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $113 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $114 and $144, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Oakland, California to The Big Island?

    Most travelers choose Oakland - Kona Intl, Oakland - Hilo Intl or Oakland - Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala when deciding on the best route from Oakland, California to The Big Island.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to The Big Island (average of $163). Flying from Oakland, California to The Big Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 Oakland to The Big Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$289Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$289Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$343Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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