$129 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

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Today's featured flight deals from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona (SFO-KOA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $129 for one-way flights and $262 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$262 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $262 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 5
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$263 Roundtrip, just found
$263
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Mar 5, priced at $263 just found
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$267 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $267 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$268 Roundtrip, just found
$268
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $268 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 11
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$269 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $269 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 5
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$271 Roundtrip, just found
$271
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Mar 5, priced at $271 just found
Delta
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 5
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Mar 5, priced at $275 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$277 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $277 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$278 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $278 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 28
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$401 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$401
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $401 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $190 - $746 per traveler.

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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Kona Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$249
Distance
2365 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 35 mins

San Francisco to Kailua-Kona Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Kailua-Kona are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Kailua-Kona in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $129 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $129 or cheap return flight from $262 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
The cheapest month to fly from SFO to KOA is December, when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
You can fly directly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare travel time, airlines and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest SFO to KOA flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
On average, just 1 nonstop flight departs daily from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). Want more options? Use Expedia's filters to discover flights with layovers and add a new destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
More passengers fly between SFO and KOA at 9 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to KOA?
Saturday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
The earliest flight out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 9:10AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll land at Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) at approximately 12:55PM UTC-10. The overall travel time is 5h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Flights from SFO to KOA have an average travel time of 5 hours and 45 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 2,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to KOA?
United Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA), with an on-time score of 87%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you jet off and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Opt for a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Compare your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). This is the only airport in Kailua-Kona you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to KOA shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to KOA flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a SFO to KOA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your SFO to KOA flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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