$139 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lihue (LIH)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lihue (SFO-LIH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $139 for one-way flights and $278 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$278 Roundtrip, just found
$278
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $278 just found
United
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$280 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $280 found 2 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$281 Roundtrip, just found
$281
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $281 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$283 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $283 found 3 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$285 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $285 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$286 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $286 found 3 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$288 Roundtrip, just found
$288
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $288 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$290 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $290 found 1 hour ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$291 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $291 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
SFO
San Francisco
LIH
Kauai
$293 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from San Francisco to Kauai, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $293 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Lihue (LIH)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $232 - $408 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Lihue

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

Select flight to Lihue Airport LIH. Cheapest option available. Flights from $698
LIH
Lihue Airport
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Flights from $698
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lihue (LIH)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Lihue
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$262
Distance
2444 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 37 mins

San Francisco to Lihue Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Lihue

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 Lihue are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lihue with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lihue

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Lihue: 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 Lihue

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 Lihue in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $139 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 Lihue 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 Lihue 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 Lihue Airport (LIH) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH) start from $264. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Alaska Airlines flight leaving SFO on July 7 2025 and touching down at LIH. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to LIH?
Grab a cheap fare by booking your direct flight from SFO to LIH in October. You can find a one-way Alaska Airlines flight for $136 leaving on October 22 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
Catch a direct flight with United Airlines and travel straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to LIH?
With tickets starting at $136 for a one-way journey from SFO to LIH, Alaska Airlines is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 3 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
On average, there is just 1 direct flight departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH) every day. If this doesn't work for you, check out flights with a layover. Simply filter your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
The 8 AM departures from SFO to LIH are the top choice for many travelers. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to LIH?
If you jet off on a Saturday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
The first flight of the day out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 8:59AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll land at Lihue Airport (LIH) at approximately 1:05PM UTC-10. The total time in the air is 6h 6m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
It takes around 6 hours and 6 minutes to travel the 2,400 mi from SFO to LIH.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to LIH?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 94%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being 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 Kauai from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Browse your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH). This is the only airport in Kauai you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to LIH are usually more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to LIH flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a SFO to LIH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)?
If you reserved your SFO to LIH flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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