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$99+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to The Big Island

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SJC — KOA
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$183
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$99
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$433

Good round-trip deal

$468 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Mon 3/92:25 pmSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/162:33 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Mon 2/232:25 pmSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/23:33 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Mon 3/22:25 pmSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/92:33 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 3/47:00 amSJC - KOA
1 stop10h 53mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/92:33 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Mon 3/97:00 amSJC - KOA
1 stop10h 53mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/183:59 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sun 3/82:25 pmSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/162:33 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 3/62:25 pmSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/92:33 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Mon 2/232:25 pmSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/31:10 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop7h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$216
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 5/67:00 amSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/133:46 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/6$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2410:24 amSJC - ITO
2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/57:41 pmITO - SJC
2 stops12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$241
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/249:25 amSJC - ITO
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/38:30 pmITO - SJC
2 stops13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$264
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Wed 2/2512:45 pmSJC - ITO
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/46:44 pmITO - SJC
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$265

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to The Big Island that are best for you.

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The Big Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseHilo

SJC - ITO

SJCITO

San Jose

Tue 2/24

12:45 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Hilo Intl

Tue 3/3

6:44 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$241

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 3/2

10:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

6:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$242

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Thu 2/26

5:45 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/3

10:55 pm-8:18 am

1 stop7h 23m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Tue 3/3

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/10

7:40 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 2/23

5:45 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/3

10:55 pm-8:18 am

1 stop7h 23m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Thu 3/5

5:45 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

7:40 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 3/2

11:45 am-7:39 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Kona Intl

Thu 3/12

9:55 pm-8:16 am

1 stop7h 21m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 3/2

5:45 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

7:40 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 3/4

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

7:40 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$244

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 2/25

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/2

10:55 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$244

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to The Big Island (average of $162). Flying from San Jose, California to The Big Island in April is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 SJC to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 January 8, 2026.

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

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 January 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Jose to The Big Island have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,663 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
11,663 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,663 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,663 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,027 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,663 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
2,824 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,663 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
9,139 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,663 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

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

    San Jose (SJC), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Jose to The Big Island.

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

    The San Jose to The Big Island flight path was viewed by 1 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 Jose, California to The Big Island?

    For as low as $244, Southwest can have you in The Big Island from San Jose, California in 12h 06m. 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 San Jose, California 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 $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose, California to The Big Island for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Jose, California to The Big Island consider San Jose - Kona Intl, San Jose - Hilo Intl or San Jose - Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Jose, California to The Big Island?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Jose, California to The Big Island on time: American Airlines (92%), Hawaiian Airlines (92%), Alaska Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose, California to The Big Island?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (San Jose - Kona Intl) can be booked for $235 on average, our data indicates $441 when flying from San Jose, California to The Big Island.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to The Big Island (average of $162). Flying from San Jose, California to The Big Island in April is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 Jose to The Big Island

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$191Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$270Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$283Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$347Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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