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$146+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kailua, HI

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SAN — HNL
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kailua

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Round-trip from

$306
(Kissandfly.com)

One-way from

$146
(SmartFares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$467
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 August 20, 2025.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:06 amSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 11/136:07 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop11h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/18$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/173:45 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop11h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/247:30 amHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/20$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 9/145:50 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/237:45 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/18$312
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:28 amSAN - HNL
1 stop10h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/137:22 amHNL - SAN
1 stop10h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/18$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/279:06 amSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/139:00 amHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$320
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/91:45 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 11/1411:30 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/19$321
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/175:50 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 05mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/188:00 amHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/2710:37 amSAN - HNL
1 stop9h 23mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/319:25 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop6h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/18$323

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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

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 9/17

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Thu 9/18

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$322

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 11/18

4:45 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Honolulu

Fri 11/21

1:55 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 9/15

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Thu 9/25

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 9/17

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Wed 9/24

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 9/10

5:55 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Wed 9/17

12:25 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 11/18

8:10 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Honolulu

Fri 11/21

11:28 pm-6:49 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 9/15

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Fri 9/19

12:34 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 10/28

9:06 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

Honolulu

Tue 11/4

11:51 pm-7:15 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Sun 9/14

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Thu 9/18

10:20 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$328

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 9/9

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$146

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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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Kailua, you should look to book at least 56 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 August 20, 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 August 17, 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 August 20, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to K4I are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 August 20, 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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
2,668 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,928 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 7 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, 56 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Kailua.

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

    For as low as $322, Alaska Airlines can have you in Kailua from San Diego in 6h 05m. There are 2608 mi between San Diego and Kailua. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 Southwest (82%), Alaska Airlines (46%) or Hawaiian Airlines (46%) 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 $998 for a flight from San Diego to Kailua. The cheapest flight overall is $144 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Honolulu) is currently priced at $309.

  • 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$295Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$297Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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