Kailua

$136+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua, HI

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SFO — HNL
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kailua
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/254:10 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/299:57 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/2510:23 amSFO - HNL
1 stop13h 37mDelta
Thu 1/299:35 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/24$376
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:20 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/2812:36 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/294:55 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/308:00 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/294:10 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/172:35 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/296:00 amSFO - HNL
1 stop13h 00mDelta
Fri 1/308:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop12h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/26$406
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/267:20 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/2812:36 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$407
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/298:46 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop16h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/177:27 amHNL - SFO
1 stop12h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$422
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:20 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/1712:36 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$437
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:20 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/2912:36 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/24$467
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/2611:53 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/289:03 amHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$472

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Kailua

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Kailua flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$136
(lastminute.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$593
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From San Francisco to Kailua
One-way flight from San Francisco to Kailua
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kailua that are best for you.

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San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Honolulu

Sun 1/25

2:35 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$276

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

11:10 am-3:10 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

Honolulu

Sun 1/25

10:50 pm-8:53 am

1 stop8h 03m

$276

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

11:02 am-5:58 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Honolulu

Tue 2/3

9:35 pm-7:30 am

1 stop7h 55m

$285

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

7:31 am-11:18 am

Nonstop5h 47m

Honolulu

Mon 1/26

11:59 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$286

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

1:55 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

Honolulu

Fri 1/23

9:57 am-5:15 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

$296

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

9:30 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Honolulu

Sat 2/28

11:30 pm-6:34 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$307

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

7:31 am-11:18 am

Nonstop5h 47m

Honolulu

Sat 2/7

8:00 am-8:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$310

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

7:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Honolulu

Tue 2/17

11:10 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$311

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

8:15 am-11:00 am

Nonstop5h 45m

Honolulu

Sat 5/9

9:41 pm-5:57 am

Nonstop5h 16m

$316

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

5:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Honolulu

Fri 4/24

11:55 am-8:12 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$316

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kailua. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kailua is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua (average of $189). Flying from San Francisco to Kailua in July is currently the most expensive (average of $297). 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 SFO to K4I?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Kailua is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kailua. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Kailua flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Francisco to Kailua

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to K4I are scheduled on a Friday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kailua?

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 December 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco to Kailua by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Kailua?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Kailua. 6 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Kailua on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Kailua should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 33 outbound flights to Kailua per day.

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Kailua in 8h 56m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 2395 mi between San Francisco and Kailua. 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 to Kailua one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $128 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $129 and Hawaiian Airlines from $129 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Kailua on time: United Airlines (96%), Air New Zealand (96%), ITA Airways (95%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Kailua is $119. On average you can expect to pay $981. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Honolulu), can usually be booked for $216.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua (average of $189). Flying from San Francisco to Kailua in July is currently the most expensive (average of $297). 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 Francisco to Kailua

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$161Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$240Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$377Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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