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$225+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HNL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Kailua are usually found in January or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$376
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$225
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$511
From San Francisco to Kailua
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kailua
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kailua. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/911:22 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 10/2310:07 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 10/93:01 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/159:17 amHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/185:00 amSFO - HNL
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Wed 8/278:05 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/301:00 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Wed 11/129:55 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop13h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/3$382

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Kailua

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San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

2:45 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop11h 58m

Honolulu

Sun 8/24

9:30 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop18h 19m

$378

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

5:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Honolulu

Wed 8/27

8:05 am-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$380

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

3:05 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Honolulu

Sat 9/6

11:56 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$385

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

8:55 am-8:28 pm

1 stop14h 33m

Honolulu

Thu 9/4

7:10 pm-9:04 am

1 stop10h 54m

$387

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

9:33 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

$225

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

5:50 am-1:50 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$231

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

9:35 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$232

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

5:15 am-4:05 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$237

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

9:20 am-11:44 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$249

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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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kailua is 69 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 July 3, 2025.

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

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 June 29, 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to K4I are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 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 July 3, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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 Francisco 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 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 28 outbound flights to Kailua per day.

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

    This flight path from San Francisco to Kailua was viewed by 206 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $225 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $229 and Delta from $232 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: SWISS (97%), Turkish Airlines (97%), Air China (95%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Kailua is $224. On average you can expect to pay $1,125. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Honolulu), can usually be booked for $299.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kailua (average of $469). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$146Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$217Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$382Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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