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$144+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to The Big Island

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SAN — KOA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to The Big Island

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Round-trip from

$277
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$144
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$397 or less

Good one-way deal

$234 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/271:45 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/59:00 pmITO - SAN
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$277
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/271:45 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop8h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/57:43 pmITO - SAN
1 stop9h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:15 amSAN - KOA
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/82:15 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Thu 11/138:00 amKOA - SAN
1 stop11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$293
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2910:37 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/512:09 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:15 amSAN - KOA
1 stop14h 05mDelta
Wed 12/179:30 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 9/15$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:48 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop25h 12mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/179:00 pmITO - SAN
2 stops13h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/311:41 amSAN - KOA
1 stop11h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/102:20 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Wed 11/199:15 pmKOA - SAN
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1411:08 amSAN - KOA
2 stops12h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/211:05 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$303
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Tue 12/211:53 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/82:20 pmKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/136:15 amSAN - KOA
2 stops13h 58mDelta
Mon 11/179:30 pmKOA - SAN
2 stops12h 31mDelta
Deal found 9/14$308

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to The Big Island that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

The Big Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 10/27

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Kona Intl

Thu 11/13

8:00 am-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$293

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Wed 12/10

6:15 am-6:20 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Kona Intl

Mon 12/15

8:53 pm-10:08 am

1 stop11h 15m

$297

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 11/10

6:15 am-6:13 pm

1 stop13h 58m

Kona Intl

Mon 11/17

8:30 pm-12:46 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$297

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Wed 12/10

6:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Kona Intl

Mon 12/15

9:15 pm-10:15 am

2 stops11h 00m

$302

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 10/14

11:08 am-8:45 pm

2 stops12h 37m

Kona Intl

Tue 10/21

1:05 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$303

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Thu 11/13

6:15 am-6:13 pm

2 stops13h 58m

Kona Intl

Tue 11/18

8:30 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$308

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 2/3

8:15 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Hilo Intl

Sun 2/8

7:29 am-7:45 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$313

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 2/3

8:15 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Hilo Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$318

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 10/27

10:37 am-1:43 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Kona Intl

Mon 11/3

12:09 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$318

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 11/18

10:37 am-2:43 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Kona Intl

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$323

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from San Diego to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 SAN to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to The Big Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to The Big Island, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to The Big Island?

    For a flight from San Diego to The Big Island, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The San Diego to The Big Island flight path was viewed by 13 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to The Big Island in 8h 40m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Diego and The Big Island is about 2551 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $144. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to The Big Island for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from San Diego to The Big Island is San Diego - Kona Intl. You may also consider San Diego - Hilo Intl or San Diego - Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to The Big Island? While on average our users pay $377, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $149. The most popular route (San Diego - Kona Intl), is priced around $285.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from San Diego to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to The Big Island

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$200Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$241Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$273Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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