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$125+ Cheap flights from California to Kaua'i

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LAX — LIH
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheap 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$260
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$307 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
From California to Kaua'i
One-way flight from California to Kaua'i
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Kaua'i.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Kaua'i.

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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 September 15, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Tue 9/237:00 amSMF - LIH
Nonstop5h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/2310:50 amLIH - SMF
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/12$252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/279:10 amSMF - LIH
1 stop10h 43mDelta
Fri 10/319:40 pmLIH - SMF
1 stop11h 47mDelta
Deal found 9/12$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/97:30 amLAX - LIH
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1712:48 pmLIH - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$260
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Mon 10/277:10 amSMF - LIH
1 stop7h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 10/3111:51 amLIH - SMF
Nonstop5h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/12$261
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:00 amSFO - LIH
Nonstop5h 53mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/174:51 pmLIH - SFO
Nonstop5h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$262
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:07 amOAK - LIH
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/252:18 pmLIH - OAK
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/14$267
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:00 amSJC - LIH
Nonstop5h 43mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 11/64:52 pmLIH - SJC
Nonstop5h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/13$269
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:00 amSJC - LIH
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/69:54 amLIH - SJC
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$271
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:07 amOAK - LIH
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/1910:58 amLIH - OAK
1 stop7h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/14$272
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/37:00 amSFO - LIH
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/34:16 pmLIH - SFO
Nonstop5h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:50 amSMF - LIH
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/239:40 pmLIH - SMF
1 stop11h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/127:00 amSFO - LIH
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/209:00 pmLIH - SFO
1 stop7h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$274

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kaua'i that are best for you.

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California

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Kaua'i

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoLihue

SMF - LIH

SMFLIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/27

11:21 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 44m

Lihue

Fri 10/31

9:40 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops15h 25m

$258

SacramentoLihue

SMF - LIH

SMFLIH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/22

2:30 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Lihue

Mon 9/29

12:50 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$277

OaklandLihue

OAK - LIH

OAKLIH

Oakland

Tue 10/21

9:45 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop5h 27m

Lihue

Tue 10/28

1:28 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$278

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

7:03 am-10:55 am

Nonstop5h 52m

Lihue

Mon 12/8

4:51 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$278

SacramentoLihue

SMF - LIH

SMFLIH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

8:00 am-11:33 am

Nonstop5h 33m

Lihue

Fri 11/21

11:55 am-7:08 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$278

SacramentoLihue

SMF - LIH

SMFLIH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

7:00 am-10:47 am

Nonstop5h 47m

Lihue

Wed 12/10

9:59 am-8:56 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$283

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

7:52 am-2:42 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Lihue

Mon 11/24

4:40 pm-12:01 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$283

Los AngelesLihue

LAX - LIH

LAXLIH

Los Angeles

Fri 11/14

2:07 pm-6:08 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

Lihue

Mon 11/17

9:29 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$284

Los AngelesLihue

LAX - LIH

LAXLIH

Los Angeles

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Lihue

Thu 11/20

2:15 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

$284

Los AngelesLihue

LAX - LIH

LAXLIH

Los Angeles

Thu 11/13

7:20 am-8:04 pm

1 stop14h 44m

Lihue

Wed 11/19

10:44 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop5h 36m

$284

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kaua'i (average of $440). Flying from California to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kaua'i as you normally would.

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 September 15, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to zzFUS are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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?

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

    Delta, United Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines can get you from California to Kaua'i in just under 5h 27m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 17m. 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 $127. Users have also found prices from $139 and $139 on Hawaiian Airlines and United 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kaua'i (average of $440). Flying from California to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 California to Kaua'i

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$128Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$213Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$258Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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