How long does it take to fly to Kailua-Kona?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Kailua-Kona you fly into. For example, flying from San Jose to Kailua-Kona takes 5h 22m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona takes 5h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from California to Kailua-Kona on average per week?

As of July 2026, there are 239 flights per week flying from California to Kailua-Kona. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Kona Intl?

Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Kona Intl

What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kailua-Kona from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kailua-Kona. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Kailua-Kona on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Kailua-Kona on average per day?

As of July 2026, 34 flights take off from California and land in Kailua-Kona each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 54% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport is 7 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kona Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kona Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kona Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Kona Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kona Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:25 am - 9:25 pm

OAK

KOA

13h 00m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 9:40 am

KOA

OAK

10h 05m

1 stop

$312Southwest

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 20

7:25 am - 5:31 pm

SJC

KOA

13h 06m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 2:01 pm

KOA

SJC

14h 11m

1 stop

$316Delta

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

7:08 am - 2:48 pm

SFO

KOA

10h 40m

1 stop

3:51 pm - 11:59 pm

KOA

SFO

5h 08mnonstop

$326Alaska Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

7:00 am - 3:52 pm

SMF

KOA

10h 52m

1 stop

2:42 pm - 9:55 pm

KOA

SMF

5h 13mnonstop

$326Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11

7:00 am - 10:34 am

SFO

KOA

5h 34mnonstop

4:52 pm - 11:59 pm

KOA

SFO

5h 07mnonstop

$327Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14

7:00 am - 9:32 am

SFO

KOA

5h 32mnonstop

6:30 pm - 7:42 am

KOA

SFO

10h 12m

1 stop

$332Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21

7:04 am - 9:31 am

SMF

KOA

5h 27mnonstop

10:46 am - 6:52 pm

KOA

SMF

5h 06mnonstop

$341Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

10:10 am - 12:34 pm

SMF

KOA

5h 24mnonstop

6:00 am - 11:32 pm

KOA

SMF

15h 32m

1 stop

$342Alaska Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3

6:00 am - 10:43 am

LAX

KOA

7h 43m

1 stop

10:59 pm - 10:21 am

KOA

LAX

8h 22m

1 stop

$352United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

1:50 pm - 7:35 pm

BUR

KOA

8h 45m

1 stop

10:50 pm - 10:14 am

KOA

BUR

8h 24m

1 stop

$434United Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

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Alaska Airlines flights from California to Kailua-Kona

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Alaska Airlines

Sep 13

SFO7:08 amSan Francisco

10h 40m

1 stop

KOA2:48 pmKona Intl

Sep 21

KOA3:51 pmKona Intl

5h 08m

SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco

$326

Alaska Airlines

Sep 10

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

5h 32m

KOA9:32 amKona Intl

Sep 19

KOA3:51 pmKona Intl

5h 08m

SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco

$328

Alaska Airlines

Oct 15

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

5h 36m

KOA9:36 amKona Intl

Oct 22

KOA3:46 pmKona Intl

5h 11m

SFO11:57 pmSan Francisco

$331

American Airlines flights from California to Kailua-Kona

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Kailua-Kona flight tickets

American Airlines

Sep 15

LAX1:24 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

5h 36m

KOA4:00 pmKona Intl

Sep 23

KOA3:34 pmKona Intl

5h 25m

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$355

American Airlines

Aug 26

SFO9:09 amSan Francisco

10h 06m

1 stop

KOA4:15 pmKona Intl

Sep 9

KOA9:45 pmKona Intl

9h 07m

1 stop

SFO9:52 amSan Francisco

$371

American Airlines

Aug 29

LAX1:35 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

5h 40m

KOA4:15 pmKona Intl

Sep 6

KOA3:35 pmKona Intl

5h 23m

LAX11:58 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$378

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OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Mon 10/19

11:25 am-9:25 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Kona Intl

Tue 10/20

8:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop10h 05m

$312

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Thu 9/17

7:25 am-5:31 pm

1 stop13h 06m

Kona Intl

Thu 9/24

8:50 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop14h 11m

$316

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

7:08 am-2:48 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/21

3:51 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$326

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/10

7:00 am-3:52 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/11

2:42 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$326

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 11/4

7:00 am-10:34 am

Nonstop5h 34m

Kona Intl

Sat 11/14

4:52 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$327

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop5h 32m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/21

6:30 pm-7:42 am

1 stop10h 12m

$332

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SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/9

7:04 am-9:31 am

Nonstop5h 27m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/16

10:46 am-6:52 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$341

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/28

10:10 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

Kona Intl

Tue 11/3

6:00 am-11:32 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$342

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 10/20

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

Kona Intl

Thu 10/29

10:59 pm-10:21 am

1 stop8h 22m

$352

BurbankKailua-Kona

BUR - KOA

BURKOA

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 8/19

1:50 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Kona Intl

Wed 8/26

10:50 pm-10:14 am

1 stop8h 24m

$434

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona?

The cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona from California is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $346, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Kailua-Kona, with average flight prices from California averaging around $353.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kailua-Kona?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kailua-Kona is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $405. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kailua-Kona on Saturday is $526.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kailua-Kona?

Flying to Kailua-Kona from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $432 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kailua-Kona is in the afternoon when prices are around $511.

What is the cheapest California to Kona Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Kailua-Kona?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kailua-Kona from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kailua-Kona for around $439 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kailua-Kona from California for as low as $364 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Kailua-Kona flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Kailua-Kona flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$243
Fastest flight time	5h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Kailua-Kona	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Kailua-Kona from California in the past 72 hours is $243. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Kailua-Kona found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $366.

The fastest flight from California to Kailua-Kona takes 5h 20m

Direct flights go from California to Kailua-Kona every day.

There is 1 airport in Kailua-Kona. From California there are direct flights to Kona Intl (KOA).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Kailua-Kona

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Kona Intl Airport is 7 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kona Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kona Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kona Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Kona Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kona Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Kailua-Kona?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Kailua-Kona is Boeing 737 MAX 9, representing 30.85% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 757-300 at 23.97%, Airbus A321neo at 16.59%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 6.53%.

Best airlines flying from California to Kailua-Kona

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Delta	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,909 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,825 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,012 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,602 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $215	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,766 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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