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$154+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Hilo (SAN - ITO)

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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ITO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Hilo Intl are usually found in October or January, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Hilo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Hilo (ITO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$308
(Southwest)

One-way from

$154
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$748
From San Diego to Hilo Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Hilo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Hilo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/27:45 amSAN - ITO
1 stop13h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/97:55 amITO - SAN
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/235:50 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop16h 07mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/304:28 pmITO - SAN
1 stop21h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/197:27 amSAN - ITO
2 stops17h 18mDelta
Tue 6/245:25 pmITO - SAN
2 stops16h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/10$754
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/2610:43 amSAN - ITO
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/307:00 pmITO - SAN
2 stops20h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$766
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/19:15 amSAN - ITO
1 stop9h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/66:00 amITO - SAN
1 stop12h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$839
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/238:15 amSAN - ITO
3 stops15h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 pmITO - SAN
2 stops10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,143

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Hilo 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Hilo that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Hilo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 9/2

7:45 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Hilo Intl

Tue 9/9

7:55 am-8:55 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$308

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 9/23

5:50 pm-6:57 am

1 stop16h 07m

Hilo Intl

Tue 9/30

4:28 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$309

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Thu 6/26

10:43 am-8:08 am

2 stops24h 25m

Hilo Intl

Mon 6/30

7:00 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$766

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 7/1

9:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Hilo Intl

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-9:19 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$839

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 9/23

8:15 am-8:28 pm

3 stops15h 13m

Hilo Intl

Tue 9/30

7:00 pm-8:53 am

2 stops10h 53m

$1,143

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Wed 10/15

8:36 am-4:16 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$154

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Wed 10/15

10:30 am-10:16 pm

2 stops14h 46m

$164

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 7/29

8:05 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$267

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Mon 11/10

5:15 pm-6:58 pm

3 stops27h 43m

$463

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Sat 6/21

7:27 am-9:45 pm

2 stops17h 18m

$467

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Hilo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Hilo

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Hilo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Hilo. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Hilo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Hilo?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Hilo (average of $330). Flying from San Diego to Hilo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $726). 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 ITO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Hilo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Hilo as you normally would.

Rainfall in Hilo by month

Plan your trip to Hilo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Hilo ranges from 7.4 - 15.5 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Hilo when rainfall is around 7.4 in.

Temperature in Hilo by month

Plan your trip to Hilo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Hilo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hilo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hilo. 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 Hilo. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Hilo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Hilo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $308, Southwest will fly you from San Diego to Hilo and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $318 and $754, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Hilo one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $154 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $164 and United Airlines from $474 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Hilo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Hilo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Hilo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Hilo 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 Hilo?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Hilo (average of $330). Flying from San Diego to Hilo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $726). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Hilo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Hilo. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$271Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$479Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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