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$228+ Cheap flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco (KOA - SFO)

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KOA — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kona Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or November, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kailua-Kona (KOA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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

$292
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$228
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$567

Good round-trip deal

$516 or less

Good one-way deal

$264 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:55 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/246:45 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$292
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.
Thu 10/162:54 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/237:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$298
This Hawaiian Airlines 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 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 6/11$302
This Delta 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 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 8/1912:30 pmSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/10$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 8/2911:00 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/24:55 pmSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/299:15 amKOA - SFO
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/25:15 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$417

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Kailua-Kona

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 9/4

9:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

6:45 am-1:42 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$292

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

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Tue 9/9

1:28 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-5:21 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$303

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

12:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$317

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 8/29

11:00 pm-7:11 am

Nonstop5h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

4:55 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$353

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 8/29

9:15 am-10:40 pm

2 stops10h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$417

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Sun 6/22

10:15 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$748

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Sat 8/30

9:47 pm-10:09 pm

2 stops21h 22m

$228

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Sat 8/16

2:40 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$229

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Wed 8/13

10:50 pm-6:59 am

Nonstop5h 09m

$235

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

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

Security lines at KOA are rarely a concern. Expect waits of 15 to 20 minutes, even without TSA PreCheck.

Read more about KOAby Brandon Schultz
SFO

Travel from SFO to downtown San Francisco via BART takes about 40 minutes. It's the least expensive option.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on KOA

Brandon Schultz

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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco

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

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

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco. 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 Kailua-Kona to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kailua-Kona 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 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 58% on flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Kailua-Kona 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from KOA to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco have to say. 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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

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

    Booking a flight from Kona Intl (KOA) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 7 flights from Kona Intl to San Francisco, all of which are around 4h 57m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Kona Intl to San Francisco.

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

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from Kona Intl to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco round-trip from $292. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $302, and Alaska Airlines, from $303. You may be able to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $228. Alaska Airlines flights start at $229 while deals on United Airlines start at $235 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kailua-Kona 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 Kailua-Kona to San Francisco on time: Lufthansa (98%), Air Canada (82%), United Airlines (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco is $179. On average you can expect to pay $1,517. The most popular route, (Kona Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $302.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kailua-Kona 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$278Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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