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$118+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — KOA
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to The Big Island

Cheapest flights from San Jose to The Big Island
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 December 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/305:55 amSJC - KOA
1 stop11h 53mDelta
Tue 12/308:55 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop13h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/26$472
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/307:13 amSJC - KOA
1 stop14h 29mDelta
Wed 12/318:55 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop13h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/26$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/295:55 amSJC - KOA
2 stops14h 36mDelta
Tue 12/308:55 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop13h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/27$482
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/297:00 amSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/301:05 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop17h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/27$518
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/307:23 pmSJC - KOA
1 stop18h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/315:05 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/27$562
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/318:35 amSJC - KOA
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:05 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$567
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/297:00 amSJC - KOA
Nonstop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/315:05 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/26$568
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Mon 12/296:20 pmSJC - KOA
2 stops26h 18mDelta
Wed 12/318:55 pmKOA - SJC
1 stop13h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/26$601
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/277:05 amSJC - KOA
1 stop9h 40mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/295:05 pmKOA - SJC
Nonstop5h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/27$608
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/278:35 amSJC - ITO
2 stops13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:44 pmITO - SJC
2 stops12h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$816
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sun 12/287:00 amSJC - ITO
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:44 pmITO - SJC
2 stops12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$824
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/307:00 amSJC - ITO
2 stops10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:44 pmITO - SJC
2 stops12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$860

Find flight deals from San Jose to The Big Island

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$216
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One-way from

$118
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December

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September

Average price

$837

Good round-trip deal

$472 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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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 December 28, 2025.
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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San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 3/9

2:25 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop5h 48m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/16

2:33 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$236

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Tue 1/27

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kona Intl

Tue 2/3

9:55 pm-10:57 am

1 stop11h 02m

$255

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 1/26

7:45 am-6:47 pm

1 stop13h 02m

Kona Intl

Wed 2/4

9:55 pm-10:57 am

1 stop11h 02m

$255

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 3/4

7:15 am-7:39 pm

1 stop14h 24m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

9:55 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$255

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Thu 1/29

5:54 am-3:51 pm

1 stop11h 57m

Kona Intl

Wed 2/4

9:55 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$255

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 3/9

6:00 am-6:37 pm

2 stops15h 37m

Kona Intl

Tue 3/17

7:40 pm-8:48 am

1 stop10h 08m

$260

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 2/25

5:45 am-7:39 pm

2 stops15h 54m

Kona Intl

Wed 3/4

10:55 pm-8:18 am

1 stop7h 23m

$260

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 1/28

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kona Intl

Tue 2/3

10:55 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$260

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 1/28

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Kona Intl

Thu 2/5

10:55 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$260

San JoseHilo

SJC - ITO

SJCITO

San Jose

Thu 1/29

10:29 am-9:24 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Hilo Intl

Mon 2/9

7:44 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$266

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to The Big Island (average of $163). Flying from San Jose, 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 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 December 28, 2025.

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 December 28, 2025.
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
11,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
11,554 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
11,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,016 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
2,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
9,114 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 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 $236, Alaska Airlines can have you in The Big Island from San Jose, California in 5h 48m. 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 (96%), Alaska Airlines (92%), Hawaiian Airlines (88%).

  • 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 $216 on average, our data indicates $388 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to The Big Island (average of $163). Flying from San Jose, 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 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$191Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$279Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$283Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$527Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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