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$144+ Cheap flights from The Big Island to California

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KOA — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from The Big Island to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for The Big Island to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$283
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$687

Good round-trip deal

$310 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 or less
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Cheapest flights from The Big Island to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from The Big Island to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 8/281:28 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/39:45 amSFO - KOA
1 stop7h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/3$248
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/91:28 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/177:00 amSFO - KOA
1 stop13h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/98:00 amKOA - SAN
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Mon 10/208:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/139:47 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop13h 53mDelta
Wed 8/207:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/3$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/108:41 pmKOA - LAX
Nonstop5h 19mDelta
Mon 9/153:00 pmLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/3$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/208:41 pmKOA - LAS
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Mon 9/1510:55 amLAS - KOA
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 7/3$319
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/104:39 pmKOA - LAX
1 stop9h 21mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/158:07 amLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 11/19:40 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Tue 11/46:05 amSFO - KOA
1 stop14h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/2$327
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/106:00 amKOA - LAX
1 stop7h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/155:41 pmLAX - KOA
1 stop7h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/1410:50 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/174:55 pmSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/258:30 pmKOA - LAX
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Mon 9/17:25 amLAX - KOA
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$333
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/1311:50 amKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/2011:17 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/1$338

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Customize your flight search to find flights from The Big Island to California 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from The Big Island to California that are best for you.

Fly from

The Big Island

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 8/28

1:28 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

9:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$248

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

1:28 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$283

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Thu 10/9

8:00 am-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Diego

Mon 10/20

8:30 am-2:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$288

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Wed 8/13

9:47 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop13h 53m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

7:30 am-5:34 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$297

Kailua-KonaLos Angeles

KOA - LAX

KOALAX

Kona Intl

Wed 9/10

8:41 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 19m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

3:00 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$318

Kailua-KonaLas Vegas

KOA - LAS

KOALAS

Kona Intl

Wed 8/20

8:41 pm-8:14 am

1 stop8h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/15

10:55 am-5:29 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$319

Kailua-KonaLos Angeles

KOA - LAX

KOALAX

Kona Intl

Wed 9/10

4:39 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 21m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

8:07 am-10:47 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$323

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Sat 11/1

9:40 pm-8:56 am

1 stop8h 16m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

6:05 am-6:44 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$327

Kailua-KonaLos Angeles

KOA - LAX

KOALAX

Kona Intl

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-4:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

5:41 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$328

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 8/14

10:50 pm-6:59 am

Nonstop5h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

4:55 pm-7:21 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$329

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to California (average of $246). Flying from The Big Island to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 FUI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from The Big Island to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from The Big Island to California

Explore weekly flight availability from The Big Island to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from zzFUI to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from The Big Island to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from The Big Island to California are Southwest ($144), Hawaiian Airlines ($144), and Alaska Airlines ($144).

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to California (average of $246). Flying from The Big Island to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 The Big Island to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from The Big Island to California. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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