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$126+ Cheap flights from California to Kaua'i

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LIH
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kaua'i

Cheapest flights from California to Kaua'i
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kaua'i. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/157:00 am
SFO
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/243:24 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$252
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 am
SFO
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/293:24 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/19$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/117:32 am
SFO
-
LIH
1 stop8h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/203:45 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$255
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:00 am
SFO
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/1110:26 pm
LIH
-
SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/19$256
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/169:10 am
OAK
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/231:47 pm
LIH
-
OAK
Nonstop5h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/164:55 pm
SFO
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 58m
United Airlines
Thu 4/2312:40 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/22$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:00 am
SJC
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/143:40 pm
LIH
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 5/47:32 am
SFO
-
LIH
1 stop8h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/133:45 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 5/47:32 am
SFO
-
LIH
1 stop8h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/153:45 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/277:59 pm
SFO
-
LIH
1 stop26h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/63:24 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$261
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 4/287:32 am
SFO
-
LIH
1 stop8h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/293:24 pm
LIH
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/157:00 am
SFO
-
LIH
Nonstop5h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/301:14 pm
LIH
-
SFO
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$263

Find flight deals from California to Kaua'i

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Kaua'i flight deals. Data was last updated March 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$252
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$459

Good round-trip deal

$310 or less

Good one-way deal

$202 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kaua'i 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kaua'i that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-9:46 am

Nonstop5h 46m

Lihue

Thu 4/30

1:36 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$257

Los AngelesLihue

LAX - LIH

LAXLIH

Los Angeles

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Lihue

Tue 5/5

8:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop11h 05m

$276
Quickest round-trip

OaklandLihue

OAK - LIH

OAKLIH

Oakland

Fri 5/8

8:31 am-10:56 am

Nonstop5h 25m

Lihue

Thu 5/14

1:46 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$287

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

11:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Lihue

Tue 4/21

9:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop9h 25m

$310

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Tue 5/12

7:36 am-7:06 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Lihue

Tue 5/19

9:55 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop13h 16m

$310

Los AngelesLihue

LAX - LIH

LAXLIH

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

5:35 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Lihue

Thu 4/30

12:11 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

$332

San DiegoLihue

SAN - LIH

SANLIH

San Diego

Sat 5/9

7:15 am-7:06 pm

1 stop14h 51m

Lihue

Tue 5/19

9:55 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$340

San DiegoLihue

SAN - LIH

SANLIH

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:20 am-4:10 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Lihue

Thu 4/23

1:50 pm-5:10 am

1 stop12h 20m

$341

SacramentoLihue

SMF - LIH

SMFLIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

6:35 am-4:10 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Lihue

Thu 5/7

7:10 pm-8:25 am

2 stops10h 15m

$347

SacramentoLihue

SMF - LIH

SMFLIH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

5:30 am-7:06 pm

2 stops16h 36m

Lihue

Tue 5/19

9:55 pm-4:07 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$347

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kaua'i

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Kaua'i

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kaua'i?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kaua'i (average of $181). Flying from California to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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 CA to FUS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Kaua'i. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 24, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Kaua'i in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from California to Kaua'i

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Kaua'i. 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 March 24, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to zzFUS are scheduled on a Saturday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Kaua'i. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Kaua'i flight route?

    This flight path from California to Kaua'i was viewed by 43 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Kaua'i?

    Alaska Airlines and Delta can get you from California to Kaua'i in just under 5h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. There are 2453 mi between California and Kaua'i. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Kaua'i one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $98. Users have also found prices from $119 and $119 on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Kaua'i that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Kaua'i flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Kaua'i?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Kaua'i.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Kaua'i?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Kaua'i 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 California to Kaua'i?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kaua'i (average of $181). Flying from California to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Kaua'i

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Kaua'i. 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$158Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$159Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$229Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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