Kailua-Kona

$129+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona (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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KOA
May 11 — May 181
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Mon 5/117:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/203:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/7$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 5/137:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/133:40 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/7$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1211:55 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop10h 25m
Delta
Tue 5/268:50 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop12h 39m
Delta
Deal found 4/9$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Tue 5/1211:41 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 39m
Delta
Wed 5/209:55 pm
KOA
-
SJC
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 4/8$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/55:03 pm
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 47m
United Airlines
Mon 5/1112:02 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/8$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/67:00 am
SJC
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/113:56 pm
KOA
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/8$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:00 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 5/1411:04 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/9$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Mon 5/410:32 am
SFO
-
KOA
1 stop11h 31m
Delta
Thu 5/78:50 pm
KOA
-
SFO
2 stops16h 08m
Delta
Deal found 4/8$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Tue 5/1211:41 am
SJC
-
KOA
1 stop10h 39m
Delta
Mon 5/188:50 pm
KOA
-
SJC
2 stops16h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/8$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/305:03 pm
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 5/511:04 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/9$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 5/264:55 pm
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 5/2810:15 pm
KOA
-
SFO
1 stop7h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/7$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Mon 5/45:03 pm
SFO
-
KOA
Nonstop5h 47m
United Airlines
Fri 5/811:04 pm
KOA
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/7$287

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona flight deals. Data was last updated April 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$129
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$492
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Kona Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Kona Intl flights.
From San Francisco Bay Area to Kona Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kona Intl
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

5:03 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

Kona Intl

Tue 5/5

11:04 pm-7:12 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$283

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 5/6

6:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/11

8:25 pm-10:10 am

1 stop10h 45m

$316

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Mon 5/4

6:05 am-2:15 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Kona Intl

Thu 5/7

10:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$317

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

10:32 am-7:03 pm

1 stop11h 31m

Kona Intl

Thu 5/7

8:50 pm-9:34 am

1 stop9h 44m

$336

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 5/28

7:08 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Kona Intl

Mon 6/1

7:00 am-3:10 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$337

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Wed 5/13

5:45 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop26h 52m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/18

8:50 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$339

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

7:32 am-3:21 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Kona Intl

Thu 5/14

3:46 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$342

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Thu 5/7

5:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Kona Intl

Thu 5/14

6:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$362

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Wed 5/6

6:10 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Kona Intl

Sun 5/10

8:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop9h 15m

$366

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 6/3

10:14 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 41m

Kona Intl

Sun 6/7

3:46 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$391

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona (average of $163). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona in July is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 XIH to KOA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 11, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 11, 2026.

The most flights from zzXIH to KOA are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 April 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kailua-Kona from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 7.7 mi from the city center, Kona Intl (KOA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kailua-Kona from San Francisco Bay Area.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

    United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona in just under 5h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 44m. San Francisco Bay Area and Kailua-Kona are separated by a distance of 2364 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $118. Users have also found prices from $123 and $124 on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

    Before booking your flight to Kailua-Kona from San Francisco Bay Area, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (90%), United Airlines (86%), Air Canada( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

    On average you can expect to pay $722 for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Kona Intl) is currently priced at $257.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona (average of $163). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona in July is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$123Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$148Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$179Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$230Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$452Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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