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$154+ Cheap flights from The Big Island to San Francisco (SFO)

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KOA — SFO
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from The Big Island to San Francisco

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Round-trip from

$298
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$154
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$494

Good round-trip deal

$494 or less

Good one-way deal

$264 or less
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Cheapest flights from The Big Island to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from The Big Island to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 9/41:28 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/257:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16$298
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/91:28 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/176:00 amSFO - KOA
1 stop11h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/16$302
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 9/197:47 amITO - SFO
1 stop10h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/228:04 pmSFO - ITO
1 stop13h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 9/59:15 amKOA - SFO
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/245:15 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 8/129:47 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Tue 8/1910:31 amSFO - KOA
1 stop10h 03mDelta
Deal found 6/16$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 9/911:00 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/174:55 pmSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Tue 8/127:00 pmITO - SFO
1 stop16h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/191:10 pmSFO - ITO
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/18$631
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 12/129:25 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/156:45 amSFO - KOA
2 stops10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$683
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1110:50 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/137:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$708
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/169:00 pmITO - SFO
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/239:35 amSFO - ITO
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$756
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/176:10 pmITO - SFO
2 stops16h 08mDelta
Mon 9/2212:40 amSFO - ITO
2 stops19h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/17$851
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 6/176:00 amITO - SFO
2 stops14h 10mSouthwest
Sun 6/225:15 amSFO - ITO
2 stops15h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/17$879

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from The Big Island to San Francisco 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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from The Big Island to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

The Big Island

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 9/4

1:28 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

7:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$298

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

1:28 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-2:19 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$302

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Fri 9/19

7:47 am-9:33 pm

1 stop10h 46m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

8:04 pm-7:01 am

1 stop13h 57m

$323

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 9/5

9:15 am-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$337

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 8/12

9:47 pm-9:51 am

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

10:31 am-5:34 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$350

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

11:00 pm-7:11 am

Nonstop5h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

4:55 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$398

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Tue 8/12

7:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

1:10 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$631

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 12/12

9:25 pm-9:35 am

1 stop10h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

6:45 am-3:38 pm

2 stops10h 53m

$683

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 7/11

10:50 pm-6:59 am

Nonstop5h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 7/13

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$708

HiloSan Francisco

ITO - SFO

ITOSFO

Hilo Intl

Wed 7/16

9:00 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops13h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

9:35 am-4:54 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$756

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Best time to book a flight from The Big Island to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from The Big Island to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from The Big Island to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from The Big Island to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 FUI to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from The Big Island to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

When flying from The Big Island to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from The Big Island to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from The Big Island to San Francisco. 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 18, 2025.

The most flights from zzFUI to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated June 18, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from The Big Island to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
2,507 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
8,810 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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 The Big Island to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from The Big Island?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from The Big Island.

  • How popular is this The Big Island to San Francisco flight route?

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from The Big Island to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from The Big Island to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from The Big Island to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines ($154), United Airlines ($224), and Hawaiian Airlines ($229).

  • What are the most popular routes from The Big Island to San Francisco?

    The most popular route from The Big Island to San Francisco is Kona Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Hilo Intl - San Francisco or Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from The Big Island to San Francisco?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from The Big Island to San Francisco on time: Qatar Airways (100%), Alaska Airlines (100%), Hawaiian Airlines (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from The Big Island to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $179. While the most popular route (Kona Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $303 on average our data indicates $821 when flying from The Big Island to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for flights from The Big Island to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on The Big Island to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from The Big Island to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from The Big Island to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from The Big Island to San Francisco 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 The Big Island to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from The Big Island to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from The Big Island to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 The Big Island to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from The Big Island to San Francisco. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$278Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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