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$172+ Cheap flights from California to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

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LAX — KOA
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kailua-Kona

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Kailua-Kona flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$312
(Delta)

One-way from

$172
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$368 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 8/157:00 amONT - KOA
1 stop13h 38mDelta
Wed 8/209:45 pmKOA - ONT
1 stop10h 08mDelta
Deal found 4/28$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/306:00 amONT - KOA
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/310:15 pmKOA - ONT
2 stops10h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$303
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/237:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/301:28 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 8/138:30 amLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 8/286:00 pmKOA - LAX
1 stop8h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/159:40 amSMF - KOA
Nonstop5h 30mSouthwest
Sun 5/1810:00 amKOA - SMF
Nonstop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/97:45 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:05 amKOA - SAN
1 stop11h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$337
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/19:07 amSFO - KOA
1 stop8h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/97:00 amKOA - SFO
1 stop11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$340
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 8/218:07 amLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/213:19 pmKOA - LAX
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$340
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/37:00 amSMF - KOA
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/1010:55 amKOA - SMF
Nonstop5h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/279:10 amLAX - KOA
Nonstop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/310:15 pmKOA - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 8/176:05 amSFO - KOA
1 stop14h 33mDelta
Fri 8/229:45 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop11h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/29$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/217:00 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 38mDelta
Mon 8/259:45 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop13h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/30$349

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kailua-Kona 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Kailua-Kona

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioKailua-Kona

ONT - KOA

ONTKOA

Ontario

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-5:31 pm

1 stop14h 31m

Kona Intl

Wed 6/4

9:39 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop13h 36m

$297

OntarioKailua-Kona

ONT - KOA

ONTKOA

Ontario

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop8h 26m

Kona Intl

Tue 6/3

10:15 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops10h 59m

$303

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/15

9:40 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Kona Intl

Sun 5/18

10:00 am-6:15 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$334

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 9/9

7:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/16

6:05 am-8:55 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$337

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

9:10 am-11:50 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Kona Intl

Tue 6/3

10:15 pm-6:39 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$348

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop13h 38m

Kona Intl

Mon 8/25

9:45 pm-2:36 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$349

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

4:29 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/21

8:38 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 22m

$353

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

7:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

Kona Intl

Tue 6/3

9:44 pm-10:50 am

1 stop10h 06m

$357

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/26

9:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop5h 20m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/28

1:05 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$364

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Tue 9/2

7:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/17

8:47 am-9:50 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$367

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Kailua-Kona

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from California to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 CA to KOA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Kailua-Kona. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Kailua-Kona

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Kailua-Kona. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to KOA are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Kailua-Kona by month

Plan your trip to Kailua-Kona by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kailua-Kona ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Kailua-Kona when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Kailua-Kona by month

Plan your trip to Kailua-Kona by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kailua-Kona, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 Kailua-Kona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua-Kona. 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 Kailua-Kona. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Kailua-Kona have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
2,409 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 California to Kailua-Kona. 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 into for flights to Kailua-Kona from California?

    Most people fly into Kona Intl (KOA) if they book a flight to Kailua-Kona from California. Kona Intl is conveniently located just 7.7 mi from Kailua-Kona’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Kailua-Kona flight route?

    This flight path from California to Kona Intl was viewed by 32 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Kailua-Kona one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $172. Users have also found prices from $174 and $176 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Kailua-Kona?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Kailua-Kona consider Los Angeles - Kona Intl, San Francisco - Kona Intl or San Diego - Kona Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Kailua-Kona?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Kailua-Kona are Copa Airlines (100%), Lufthansa (100%) and Air Canada (99%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Kailua-Kona?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Kailua-Kona is $174. On average you can expect to pay $876. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Kona Intl), can usually be booked for $331.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Kailua-Kona that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Kailua-Kona flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Kailua-Kona?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Kailua-Kona.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Kailua-Kona 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 California to Kailua-Kona?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from California to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 California to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Kailua-Kona. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$105Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$183Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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