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$154+ Cheap flights from Kailua-Kona to San Diego (KOA - SAN)

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KOA — SAN
jul. 5 — jul. 121
sáb. 7/5
sáb. 7/12
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 Monday or Friday 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 junio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$317
(Delta)

One-way from

$154
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$603

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 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 junio 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mié. 8/139:47 pmKOA - SAN
1 stop13h 53mDelta
mié. 8/207:30 amSAN - KOA
1 stop13h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/29$317
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 8/1311:50 amKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mHawaiian Airlines
mié. 8/2011:17 amSAN - KOA
Nonstop6h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/30$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mié. 8/1311:50 amKOA - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
mié. 8/206:59 pmSAN - KOA
1 stop20h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/30$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 8/286:05 amKOA - SAN
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
dom. 8/317:45 amSAN - KOA
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$398

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Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

mié. 8/13

9:47 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop13h 53m

San Diego

mié. 8/20

7:30 am-5:34 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$317

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

mié. 8/13

11:50 am-8:16 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

San Diego

mié. 8/20

11:17 am-2:19 pm

Nonstop6h 02m

$338

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

mié. 8/13

11:50 am-8:16 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

San Diego

mié. 8/20

6:59 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$343

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

jue. 8/28

6:05 am-7:25 pm

2 stops10h 20m

San Diego

dom. 8/31

7:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$398

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

mié. 8/27

8:10 am-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$154

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

lun. 9/22

9:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$159

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

mié. 8/27

11:00 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$164

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

lun. 9/22

10:27 am-6:53 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$169

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

dom. 9/14

9:00 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$174

Kailua-KonaSan Diego

KOA - SAN

KOASAN

Kona Intl

vie. 12/26

10:28 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$335

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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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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on KOA

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Brandon Schultz

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 27, 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 junio 30, 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 27% 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 junio 30, 2025.

The most flights from KOA to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 junio 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Kailua-Kona to San Diego. 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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,969 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,533 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,852 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 is 1 daily flight to San Diego from 5 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 $317 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $338 and $343 round-trip. Delta is 27% 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 $154 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $159 and United Airlines from $164 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $165. While the most popular route (Kona Intl - San Diego) can be booked for $317 on average our data indicates $898 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 5 airlines flying from Kailua-Kona to San Diego

Discover the top 5 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 junio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$200Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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