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$118+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona (SMF - KOA)

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — KOA
Feb 24 — Mar 31
Tue 2/24
Tue 3/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Kona Intl are usually found in January or April, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 25, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 4/298:33 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/412:32 pm
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$236
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 3/27:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/411:50 am
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 4/157:17 am
SMF
-
KOA
1 stop10h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2212:32 pm
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 4/277:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
1 stop10h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/412:32 pm
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 4/158:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/2211:46 am
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop7h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Thu 2/267:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
1 stop12h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/411:50 am
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Wed 4/296:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 5/611:04 pm
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop7h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$256
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 3/27:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/910:50 am
KOA
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 4/138:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/236:00 am
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop12h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$260
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/237:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/21:56 pm
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop29h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$262
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/27:00 am
SMF
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/95:30 pm
KOA
-
SMF
1 stop24h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$263

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Kailua-Kona (KOA). 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 January 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$342
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 January 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Kona Intl

Wed 3/4

11:50 am-6:58 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$237

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

10:50 am-6:58 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$247

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

8:33 am-10:57 am

Nonstop5h 24m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/18

9:25 pm-9:26 am

1 stop9h 01m

$256

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

11:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/2

10:55 pm-10:31 am

1 stop9h 36m

$256

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/29

11:12 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 51m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/4

8:50 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$256

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/4

8:55 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$262

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/1

5:30 am-6:38 pm

2 stops16h 08m

Kona Intl

Wed 4/8

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$262

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/9

5:30 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$263

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

7:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$119

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

5:30 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 21m

$128

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Sacramento-Kailua-Kona flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Kailua-Kona flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Kailua-Kona flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Kailua-Kona flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Sacramento-Kailua-Kona flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona (average of $163). Flying from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona in April is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 SMF to KOA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 January 25, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Kailua-Kona flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on KOA

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Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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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 January 25, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona 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
11,787 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,269 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,829 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,198 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona?

    If you book a flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl to Kona Intl. Flights to Kona Intl (KOA) from Sacramento Intl (SMF) take 5h 20m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Sacramento Intl to Kailua-Kona per day from 5 airlines.

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

    This flight path from Sacramento Intl to Kona Intl was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona in 5h 35m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Sacramento and Kailua-Kona is about 2432 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona round-trip from $176. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $197, and United Airlines, from $226. Users have found that Delta is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $128. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona consider choosing Southwest (97%), Alaska Airlines (91%) or Hawaiian Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona is $98. On average you can expect to pay $491. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Kona Intl), can usually be booked for $235.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona (average of $163). Flying from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona in April is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 January 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$176Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$258Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$313Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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