What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian 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 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kailua-Kona. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 week?

As of May 2026, there are 159 flights per week flying from California to Kailua-Kona. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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

As of May 2026, 22 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 52% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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 Francisco to Kailua-Kona takes 5h 27m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Kailua-Kona takes 5h 33m 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.

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

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

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 8 as of May 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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7:36 am - 5:35 pm

SJC

KOA

12h 59m

1 stop

9:37 pm - 9:14 am

KOA

SJC

8h 37m

1 stop

$276Delta

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8

7:08 pm - 9:45 pm

SFO

KOA

5h 37mnonstop

10:50 pm - 7:00 am

KOA

SFO

5h 10mnonstop

$296United Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8

8:25 am - 9:47 pm

SFO

KOA

16h 22m

1 stop

3:46 pm - 11:56 pm

KOA

SFO

5h 10mnonstop

$324Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 2

8:25 am - 9:47 pm

SFO

KOA

16h 22m

1 stop

3:46 pm - 11:56 pm

KOA

SFO

5h 10mnonstop

$325Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 2

7:00 am - 9:36 am

SFO

KOA

5h 36mnonstop

3:46 pm - 11:56 pm

KOA

SFO

5h 10mnonstop

$327Alaska Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

7:04 am - 9:31 am

SMF

KOA

5h 27mnonstop

10:46 am - 6:52 pm

KOA

SMF

5h 06mnonstop

$353Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

7:00 am - 9:26 am

SJC

KOA

5h 26mnonstop

3:40 pm - 11:56 pm

KOA

SJC

5h 16mnonstop

$357Alaska Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Fri, Jun 5

7:04 am - 9:31 am

SMF

KOA

5h 27mnonstop

10:46 am - 6:52 pm

KOA

SMF

5h 06mnonstop

$361Alaska Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 16

5:00 am - 12:20 pm

OAK

KOA

10h 20m

2 stops

3:35 pm - 5:35 am

KOA

OAK

11h 00m

1 stop

$381Southwest

Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 9

11:25 am - 6:05 pm

OAK

KOA

9h 40m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:25 am

KOA

OAK

10h 50m

2 stops

$419Southwest

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27

Alaska Airlines flights from California to Kailua-Kona

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Alaska Airlines

May 28

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

5h 36m

KOA9:36 amKona Intl

Jun 4

KOA3:46 pmKona Intl

5h 10m

SFO11:56 pmSan Francisco

$327

Alaska Airlines

Jun 2

SFO6:58 pmSan Francisco

18h 48m

1 stop

KOA10:46 amKona Intl

Jun 9

KOA3:46 pmKona Intl

5h 10m

SFO11:56 pmSan Francisco

$341

Alaska Airlines

Sep 2

SMF7:04 amSacramento Intl

5h 27m

KOA9:31 amKona Intl

Sep 9

KOA10:46 amKona Intl

5h 06m

SMF6:52 pmSacramento Intl

$353

Southwest flights from California to Kailua-Kona

Our best Southwest deals on California to Kailua-Kona flight tickets

Southwest

Jun 4

OAK5:00 amOakland

10h 20m

2 stops

KOA12:20 pmKona Intl

Jun 9

KOA3:35 pmKona Intl

11h 00m

1 stop

OAK5:35 amOakland

$381

Southwest

May 19

SAN9:45 amSan Diego

7h 45m

1 stop

KOA2:30 pmKona Intl

May 26

KOA1:55 pmKona Intl

12h 15m

1 stop

SAN5:10 amSan Diego

$407

Southwest

Oct 20

SMF10:00 amSacramento Intl

5h 20m

KOA12:20 pmKona Intl

Oct 30

KOA10:00 amKona Intl

5h 10m

SMF6:10 pmSacramento Intl

$415

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San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Tue 6/2

7:36 am-5:35 pm

1 stop12h 59m

Kona Intl

Mon 6/8

9:37 pm-9:14 am

1 stop8h 37m

$276

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

7:08 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Kona Intl

Mon 6/8

10:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$296

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

8:25 am-9:47 pm

1 stop16h 22m

Kona Intl

Tue 6/2

3:46 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$324

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

8:25 am-9:47 pm

1 stop16h 22m

Kona Intl

Tue 6/2

3:46 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$325

San FranciscoKailua-Kona

SFO - KOA

SFOKOA

San Francisco

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop5h 36m

Kona Intl

Thu 6/4

3:46 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$327

Quickest round-trip

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/2

7:04 am-9:31 am

Nonstop5h 27m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/9

10:46 am-6:52 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$353

San JoseKailua-Kona

SJC - KOA

SJCKOA

San Jose

Mon 6/1

7:00 am-9:26 am

Nonstop5h 26m

Kona Intl

Fri 6/5

3:40 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$357

SacramentoKailua-Kona

SMF - KOA

SMFKOA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/26

7:04 am-9:31 am

Nonstop5h 27m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/16

10:46 am-6:52 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$361

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Thu 6/4

5:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Kona Intl

Tue 6/9

3:35 pm-5:35 am

1 stop11h 00m

$381

OaklandKailua-Kona

OAK - KOA

OAKKOA

Oakland

Sun 8/23

11:25 am-6:05 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Kona Intl

Thu 8/27

8:35 pm-10:25 am

2 stops10h 50m

$419

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $351, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Kailua-Kona, with average flight prices from California averaging around $354.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $417. 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 $528.

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 $447 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 $503.

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 $437 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 $380 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Kailua-Kona flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Kailua-Kona.

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Best Price Found	$198
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 $198. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Kailua-Kona found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $380.

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 8 as of May 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 33.64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 757-300 at 22.03%, Airbus A321neo at 13.17%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 11.02%.

Best airlines flying from California to Kailua-Kona

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Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $124	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,451 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,731 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,376 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $215	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,654 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,290 reviews	Search Southwest flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $372	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,976 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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