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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona (SAN-KOA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $119 for one-way flights and $238 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 29
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$238 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $238 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 10
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$243 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $243 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 15
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$243 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $243 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 19
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$245 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $245 found 14 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$246 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $246 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 11
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$247 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $247 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 19
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $248 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 12
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$249 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $249 found 6 days ago
United
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 11
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$253 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $253 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 27
SAN
San Diego
KOA
Kona Coast
$267 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Jan 15 from San Diego to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $267 found 11 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $200 - $510 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Kona Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$230
Distance
2551 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 6 mins

San Diego to Kailua-Kona Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Kailua-Kona in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $119 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Kailua-Kona flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Kailua-Kona airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $119 or cheap return flight from $238 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to KOA is January, when demand is low. Off-peak season is generally when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with Alaska Airlines and go straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA).
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
On average, you can take your pick of 4 nonstop flights departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) every week. If you don't see one that fits your schedule, think about taking a flight with a layover. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops and choose the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
More travelers fly between SAN and KOA at 10 AM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to KOA?
If you jet off on a Sunday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
The earliest flight taking off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 10:14AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll land at Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) at approximately 2:30PM UTC-10. The total flight duration is 6h 16m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
It takes around 6 hours and 16 minutes to fly the 2,600 mi from SAN to KOA.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to KOA?
Consider traveling with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 90%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Select a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kailua-Kona from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Compare your flight options from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). This is the only airport in Kailua-Kona you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from SAN to KOA generally means paying more. While it's possible to find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to maximize your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to KOA flight and hotel package?
Booking a SAN to KOA flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your SAN to KOA flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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