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$221+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kailua, HI

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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — HNL
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Kailua are usually found in September or January, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kailua

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Kailua flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$353
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$221
(lastminute.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$582
From San Diego to Kailua
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kailua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Kailua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Thu 9/255:50 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 10/510:07 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop11h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/25$358
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/96:58 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop14h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/1612:55 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/25$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2611:05 amSAN - HNL
1 stop11h 00mDelta
Sun 8/3110:42 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/24$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 9/182:21 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1911:10 amHNL - SAN
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/25$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 8/1612:30 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1812:55 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Mon 10/276:40 amSAN - HNL
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Tue 11/48:20 amHNL - SAN
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$414

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Kailua 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Kailua that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Kailua

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 9/25

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Sun 10/5

10:07 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$358

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Sat 8/9

6:58 pm-6:43 am

1 stop14h 45m

Honolulu

Sat 8/16

12:55 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$363

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 8/26

11:05 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Honolulu

Sun 8/31

10:42 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$367

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 9/18

2:21 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Honolulu

Fri 9/19

11:10 am-12:15 am

2 stops10h 05m

$369

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Sat 8/16

12:30 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

Honolulu

Mon 8/18

12:55 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$385

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 10/27

6:40 am-4:05 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Honolulu

Tue 11/4

8:20 am-8:50 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$414

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 11/19

5:45 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$221

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Fri 10/24

6:40 am-4:05 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$224

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 10/8

10:25 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 34m

$225

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 11/19

8:00 am-9:03 pm

2 stops15h 03m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Kailua

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Kailua. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Kailua, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Diego to Kailua in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 K4I?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Kailua. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 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 Kailua as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Kailua?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Kailua. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Kailua flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Kailua

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Kailua. 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 June 26, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to K4I are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Kailua by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kailua ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kailua when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Kailua by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kailua, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kailua

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua. 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. Reviews last updated June 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Diego to Kailua. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,840 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 Kailua. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Kailua?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Kailua. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kailua from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 8 outbound flights to Kailua per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Kailua. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Kailua flight route?

    Within the past month, 51 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Kailua.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $221 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $222 and Alaska Airlines from $225 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Kailua?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Kailua consider choosing Fiji Airways (79%), Qantas Airways (79%) or Southwest (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Kailua?

    On average you can expect to pay $979 for a flight from San Diego to Kailua. The cheapest flight overall is $171 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Honolulu) is currently priced at $279.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Diego to Kailua in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 San Diego to Kailua

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Kailua. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$261Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$294Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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