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$149+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Lihue (SJC - LIH)

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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — LIH
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Lihue are usually found in May or January, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Lihue

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Lihue (LIH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$292
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$189
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$337

Good round-trip deal

$477 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Lihue
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Lihue. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 8/217:00 amSJC - LIH
Nonstop5h 43mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/22:25 pmLIH - SJC
Nonstop5h 11mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/11$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:00 amSJC - LIH
Nonstop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/162:20 pmLIH - SJC
Nonstop5h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/12$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Wed 8/2011:33 amSJC - LIH
1 stop10h 43mDelta
Wed 8/279:45 pmLIH - SJC
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/10$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Tue 8/197:00 amSJC - LIH
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Wed 8/276:15 amLIH - SJC
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 5/10$326

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Lihue 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Lihue that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Lihue

Route

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Return

Price

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop5h 43m

Lihue

Tue 9/2

2:25 pm-10:36 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$292

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Tue 10/7

7:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop5h 43m

Lihue

Thu 10/9

2:20 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$298

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Wed 8/20

11:33 am-7:16 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Lihue

Wed 8/27

9:45 pm-10:43 am

1 stop9h 58m

$317

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Lihue

Wed 8/27

6:15 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$326

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop5h 43m

$149

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Wed 8/20

11:33 am-7:16 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$159

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Sat 8/23

8:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$183

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Fri 8/22

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop10h 56m

$239

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Sat 5/24

7:18 am-9:53 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$364

San JoseLihue

SJC - LIH

SJCLIH

San Jose

Sat 8/23

6:30 am-11:25 am

3 stops31h 55m

$556

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Deals found on 5/10

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Lihue in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Lihue flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Lihue flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Lihue flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Lihue flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Jose-Lihue flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Lihue

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Lihue

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose to Lihue?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Lihue. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Jose to Lihue. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Lihue?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from San Jose to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $682). 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 SJC to LIH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Lihue. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose to Lihue in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Lihue by month

Plan your trip to Lihue by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lihue ranges from 2.2 - 6.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Lihue when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Lihue by month

Plan your trip to Lihue by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lihue, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lihue

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lihue. 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 Lihue. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Lihue, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,290 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,431 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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 Jose to Lihue. 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 San Jose to Lihue flight route?

    This flight path from San Jose to Lihue was viewed by 7 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 flying from San Jose to Lihue round-trip?

    Hawaiian Airlines, at $292, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Lihue.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Delta. Hawaiian Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Lihue one-way?

    $189 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $229 and $277, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Lihue?

    While on average a flight from San Jose to Lihue is generally $391, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $189. When looking at the most popular route, (San Jose - Lihue), you can expect to pay $292 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Lihue that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Lihue?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Lihue?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Lihue 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 Jose to Lihue?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from San Jose to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $682). 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 Jose to Lihue

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Lihue. 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$218Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$232Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$274Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$365Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$470Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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