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$134+ Cheap flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego (KOA - SAN)

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KOA — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kona Intl to San Diego are usually found in September or August, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kailua-Kona to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kailua-Kona (KOA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$267
(Delta)

One-way from

$134
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$593

Good round-trip deal

$377 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kailua-Kona to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/139:47 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop12h 15mDelta
Wed 8/207:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/11$267
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/139:30 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop12h 19mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/2011:17 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$348
This CheapTicketsDeal deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapTicketsDeal is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/188:00 amKOA - SAN
1 stop12h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/219:19 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/318:20 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/57:45 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$476
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1412:58 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/215:50 pmSAN - KOA
2 stops29h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$729

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Price

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Wed 8/13

9:47 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop12h 15m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

7:30 am-5:34 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$267

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Wed 8/13

9:30 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop12h 19m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

11:17 am-2:19 pm

Nonstop6h 02m

$348

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Fri 7/18

8:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

San Diego

Mon 7/21

9:19 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$471

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Thu 7/31

8:20 pm-9:15 am

1 stop9h 55m

San Diego

Tue 8/5

7:45 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$476

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Wed 6/25

10:50 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops21h 56m

San Diego

Sun 6/29

8:44 pm-11:31 am

2 stops17h 47m

$745

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Mon 9/1

9:47 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$134

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Sun 9/14

10:27 am-6:53 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$199

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Sat 8/16

6:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$204

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Sat 11/22

10:25 pm-10:39 am

1 stop10h 14m

$205

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

Sat 8/16

10:50 am-7:45 am

1 stop17h 55m

$209

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The best insider tips for Kailua-Kona to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kailua-Kona to San Diego trip
Airports
KOA

Security lines at KOA are rarely a concern. Even without TSA PreCheck, you shouldn’t wait more than 15 to 20 minutes here.

Read more about KOAby Brandon Schultz
SAN

SAN is located less than three miles from downtown, making it one of the world’s most conveniently located airports.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Expert on KOA

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Kailua-Kona with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Kailua-Kona to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 KOA to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Kailua-Kona to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Kailua-Kona to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Kailua-Kona to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Kailua-Kona to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from KOA to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Kailua-Kona to San Diego 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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 Kailua-Kona to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

    San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Kona Intl. Booking flights from Kona Intl (KOA) to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to San Diego from 4 different airlines. 5h 20m is how long a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Kailua-Kona to San Diego flight route?

    The Kona Intl to San Diego flight path was viewed by 4 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 Kailua-Kona to San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kailua-Kona to San Diego is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $267 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at $348 and $471 round-trip. Delta is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $134 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $199 and Southwest from $204 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $170. While the most popular route (Kona Intl - San Diego) can be booked for $267 on average our data indicates $413 when flying from Kailua-Kona to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kailua-Kona to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kailua-Kona to San Diego 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 Kailua-Kona to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Kailua-Kona to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Kailua-Kona to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$190Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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