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$248+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Hilo (SAN - ITO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ITO
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Tue 12/97:28 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop24h 11mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/188:29 pmITO - SAN
2 stops10h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/16$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/911:02 amSAN - ITO
2 stops10h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/187:44 pmITO - SAN
2 stops12h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$544
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Tue 11/186:48 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop25h 12mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/23:50 pmITO - SAN
1 stop13h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/16$607
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:28 pmSAN - ITO
1 stop24h 11mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/204:40 pmITO - SAN
2 stops12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/15$633

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 November 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,374
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($200 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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

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Hilo

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Wed 2/4

8:23 am-4:13 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Hilo Intl

Wed 2/11

8:59 am-8:23 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$248

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 2/3

8:23 am-4:13 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Hilo Intl

Sun 2/8

8:59 am-8:23 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$278

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Fri 1/30

5:00 pm-7:04 am

1 stop16h 04m

Hilo Intl

Wed 2/4

6:44 pm-6:56 am

1 stop10h 12m

$318

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Sun 2/15

7:22 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop24h 19m

Hilo Intl

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$364

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Mon 1/5

10:25 pm-3:14 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Hilo Intl

Tue 1/13

8:59 am-8:23 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$367

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Mon 1/5

10:25 pm-3:14 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Hilo Intl

Mon 1/12

8:59 am-8:23 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$412

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 12/9

7:28 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop24h 11m

Hilo Intl

Thu 12/18

8:29 pm-8:51 am

2 stops10h 22m

$445

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Mon 12/22

8:10 pm-7:59 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$331

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 12/30

6:15 am-7:59 pm

2 stops15h 44m

$348

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Thu 2/12

8:23 am-5:29 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$365

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Deals found on 11/17

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Hilo in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Hilo flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Hilo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Hilo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Hilo flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Hilo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Hilo (average of $165). Flying from San Diego to Hilo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 November 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Hilo at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 November 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to Hilo 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
11,309 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,309 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,309 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,309 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,809 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,309 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

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.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Hilo?

    Alaska Airlines can get you from San Diego to Hilo in just under 9h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from San Diego to Hilo is about 2494 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $268, Alaska Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Hilo and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $332 and $336, respectively. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Hilo (average of $165). Flying from San Diego to Hilo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$268Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$332Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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