Kailua

$169+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua, HI

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SFO — HNL
Aug 25 — Sep 11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Kailua are usually found in January or October, booked 25 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$307
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$169
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$479
From San Francisco to Kailua
One-way flight from San Francisco to Kailua
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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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 August 20, 2025.

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.
Mon 10/207:47 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 10/2710:07 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/19$307
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Mon 9/158:04 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/238:43 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/19$309
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/148:04 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/2310:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/19$312
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.
Thu 10/169:30 amSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/2111:37 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/20$317
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.
Mon 9/229:45 amSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/712:21 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$318
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 9/148:04 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/299:49 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/18$319

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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 August 20, 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 10/14

8:35 am-11:03 am

Nonstop5h 28m

Honolulu

Thu 10/23

11:37 pm-7:49 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

8:04 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Honolulu

Thu 9/18

11:56 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

8:24 am-11:04 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Fri 10/31

12:10 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

8:24 am-11:04 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Thu 10/30

12:10 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

7:47 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Thu 10/23

11:37 pm-7:49 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

8:04 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Honolulu

Fri 9/26

11:56 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

8:35 am-11:03 am

Nonstop5h 28m

Honolulu

Wed 10/29

10:07 pm-6:17 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

7:47 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Wed 10/29

10:07 pm-6:17 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

9:33 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Honolulu

Thu 9/18

11:56 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$328

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

7:59 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Honolulu

Thu 11/6

11:07 pm-6:17 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$328

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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 August 8, 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, 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 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 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 August 17, 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 August 20, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to K4I are scheduled on a Tuesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines 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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 13 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 5h 28m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2395 mi between San Francisco and Kailua. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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: Turkish Airlines (90%), SWISS (90%), United Airlines (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Kailua is $144. On average you can expect to pay $1,086. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Honolulu), can usually be booked for $303.

  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$149Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$219Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$382Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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