The Big Island

$129+ 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — KOA
May 17 — May 241
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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 April 17, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 5/610:10 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 33m
Delta
Wed 5/138:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop11h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/14$276
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/133:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/610:10 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 33m
Delta
Tue 5/198:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
2 stops18h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/117:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/223:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/911:41 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 39m
Delta
Tue 5/198:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop14h 21m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/257:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/293:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/13$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Mon 5/117:36 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop13h 01m
Delta
Wed 5/138:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop11h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/610:10 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 33m
Delta
Wed 5/208:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
2 stops16h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$316
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/297:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 6/53:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/66:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
2 stops16h 03m
Delta
Mon 5/188:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
2 stops16h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$321
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/257:00 am
SJC
-
ITO
1 stop10h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/18:28 am
ITO
-
SJC
1 stop8h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/13$409
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/257:00 am
SJC
-
ITO
2 stops11h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/18:28 am
ITO
-
SJC
1 stop8h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$419

Find flight deals from San Jose to The Big Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$497

Good round-trip deal

$506 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Kona Intl flight deals.
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From San Jose to The Big Island
One-way flight from San Jose to The Big Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Jose to The Big Island.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Jose to The Big Island.

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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 April 17, 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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 5/11

7:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/18

12:51 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop29h 33m

$322

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-7:03 pm

2 stops16h 03m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/11

8:50 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$322

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 5/27

5:09 pm-9:36 am

2 stops19h 27m

Kona Intl

Wed 6/3

3:40 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$338
Quickest round-trip

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Tue 5/5

7:13 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 36m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/11

3:56 pm-12:06 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$352

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-7:03 pm

2 stops16h 03m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/13

8:50 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops15h 42m

$397

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 5/11

7:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Kona Intl

Thu 5/14

6:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$428

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Fri 5/1

7:20 am-7:03 pm

1 stop14h 43m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/11

9:55 pm-9:13 am

1 stop8h 18m

$430

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Tue 5/12

12:44 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops27h 52m

Kona Intl

Tue 5/19

3:46 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops17h 36m

$469

San JoseHilo

SJC - ITO

SJCITO

San Jose

Thu 5/28

8:00 am-6:14 pm

2 stops13h 14m

Hilo Intl

Thu 6/4

7:44 pm-9:22 am

2 stops10h 38m

$486

San JoseHilo

SJC - ITO

SJCITO

San Jose

Mon 4/27

8:05 am-1:01 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Hilo Intl

Thu 5/7

8:53 am-7:18 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$528

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to The Big Island

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to The Big Island (average of $129). Flying from San Jose, California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta 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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for 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?

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

    For as low as $528, Delta can have you in The Big Island from San Jose, California in 7h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2330 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 $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, 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?

  • 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: Hawaiian Airlines (95%), American Airlines (94%), Alaska Airlines (94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (San Jose - Kona Intl) can be booked for $276 on average, our data indicates $432 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to The Big Island (average of $129). Flying from San Jose, California to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 San Jose to The Big Island

Discover the top 7 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 April 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$277Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$347Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$359Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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