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$189+ Cheap flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco (KOA - SFO)

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KOA — SFO
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 Tuesday 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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$261
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$189
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$384 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 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 August 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2511:47 amKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/309:45 amSFO - KOA
1 stop9h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/10$261
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/251:28 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/10$269
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2611:47 amKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 17mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Mon 9/811:00 pmKOA - SFO
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/309:05 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$278
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/12$282
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Mon 9/87:11 pmKOA - SFO
1 stop9h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 amSFO - KOA
Nonstop5h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$283

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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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 9/25

11:47 am-12:04 am

1 stop9h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

9:45 am-3:51 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$261

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 9/25

7:11 pm-8:09 am

1 stop9h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$269

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Fri 9/26

11:47 am-12:04 am

1 stop9h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-9:27 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$276

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Mon 9/8

11:00 pm-7:11 am

Nonstop5h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

9:05 am-11:26 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$278

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

$282

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Wed 9/10

11:00 pm-7:11 am

Nonstop5h 11m

$189

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Sat 12/6

1:00 pm-7:52 pm

Nonstop4h 52m

$189

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Mon 10/6

1:40 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

$189

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Thu 11/13

2:25 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$189

Kailua-KonaSan Francisco

KOA - SFO

KOASFO

Kona Intl

Wed 11/12

2:25 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$189

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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

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 August 8, 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 $358). 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 August 13, 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.

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 August 10, 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.

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 August 13, 2025.

The most flights from KOA 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).

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 August 13, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,655 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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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 52m 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, 2 users have taken a look at flights from Kona Intl to San Francisco.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco round-trip from $261. You may be able to fly from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $189. Delta flights start at $192 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $194 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 (93%), United Airlines (92%), Copa Airlines (92%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kailua-Kona to San Francisco is $189. On average you can expect to pay $804. The most popular route, (Kona Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $278.

  • 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 $358). 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$174Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$223Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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