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$139+ Cheap flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco (KOA - SFO)

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KOA — SFO
Oct 29 — Nov 51
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kona Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, 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 September 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$139
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$324

Good round-trip deal

$377 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kona Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Kona Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Kona Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($101 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kona Intl to San Francisco.
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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 September 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Thu 10/232:54 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/297:52 amSFO - KOA
1 stop6h 53mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/28$254
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 11/63:50 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 18mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/107:52 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/28$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Thu 10/238:30 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Wed 10/295:30 amSFO - KOA
2 stops15h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/27$303
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 11/63:50 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/97:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/28$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 12/59:55 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/810:15 amSFO - KOA
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/28$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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.
Fri 11/79:30 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Mon 11/1010:30 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 43mDelta
Deal found 9/28$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 11/79:42 amKOA - SFO
1 stop7h 00mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/107:52 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/28$318

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Kailua-Kona

Fly to

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Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 10/23

2:54 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

7:52 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 53m

$266

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 11/6

3:50 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

7:52 am-2:52 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$283

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 10/23

8:30 pm-7:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

5:30 am-5:30 pm

2 stops15h 00m

$303

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 11/7

2:40 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

9:35 am-1:06 pm

Nonstop5h 31m

$308

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 12/5

9:55 pm-9:42 am

1 stop9h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

10:15 am-4:33 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$309

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 11/6

9:42 am-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

7:00 am-10:34 am

Nonstop5h 34m

$313

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 11/7

9:30 pm-11:40 am

1 stop12h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

10:30 am-6:13 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$317

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 12/5

2:25 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$318

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 11/6

9:30 pm-7:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

10:39 am-7:25 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$327

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 12/5

8:43 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops13h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

10:40 am-7:30 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$332

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Kailua-Kona-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kailua-Kona-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kailua-Kona-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kailua-Kona-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Kailua-Kona-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Airports
KOA

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

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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

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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Expert on SFO

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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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco 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 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 September 26, 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 $357). 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 September 29, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 44% on flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on September 28, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kailua-Kona to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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 8 flights from Kona Intl to San Francisco, all of which are around 4h 59m 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?

  • How long is the flight from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco?

    Airlines like Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco in about 5h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 43m. The distance from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco is about 2364 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $223. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $267, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $275. You may be able to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 (97%), Air Canada (89%), United Airlines (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco is $139. On average you can expect to pay $366. The most popular route, (Kona Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $212.

  • 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 $357). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$223Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$275Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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