What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Hilo Intl?

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Hilo Intl

What airlines fly to Hilo?

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Hilo from San Diego according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Hilo. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Hilo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Hilo 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 San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Hilo Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Hilo Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:48 pm - 6:00 pmSAN-ITO

25h 12m1 stop

9:00 pm - 12:56 pmITO-SAN

13h 56m2 stops

$298Alaska Airlines

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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17

8:15 am - 4:57 pmSAN-ITO

10h 42m1 stop

7:29 am - 7:45 pmITO-SAN

10h 16m1 stop

$318Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8

9:03 pm - 4:04 pmSAN-ITO

21h 01m2 stops

9:00 pm - 12:56 pmITO-SAN

13h 56m2 stops

$338Alaska Airlines

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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17

8:50 am - 9:40 pmSAN-ITO

14h 50m1 stop

6:00 am - 3:30 pmITO-SAN

7h 30m1 stop

$431Southwest

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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22

7:50 am - 6:10 pmSAN-ITO

12h 20m2 stops

6:00 am - 3:30 pmITO-SAN

7h 30m1 stop

$441Southwest

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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22

6:15 am - 3:18 pmSAN-ITO

11h 03m2 stops

7:50 pm - 10:27 amITO-SAN

12h 37m2 stops

$548United Airlines

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Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8

5:10 pm - 8:28 pmSAN-ITO

29h 18m1 stop

7:44 pm - 6:49 amITO-SAN

9h 05m1 stop

$698Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 27

6:15 am - 3:23 pmSAN-ITO

11h 08m2 stops

9:00 pm - 8:55 amITO-SAN

9h 55m2 stops

$714United Airlines

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Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1

12:30 pm - 8:31 pmSAN-ITO

11h 01m1 stop

6:00 am - 8:36 pmITO-SAN

11h 36m1 stop

$759Hawaiian Airlines

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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21

8:10 am - 4:04 pmSAN-ITO

9h 54m1 stop

6:00 am - 3:55 pmITO-SAN

7h 55m1 stop

$997Hawaiian Airlines

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Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Diego to Hilo

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Hawaiian Airlines

Sep 21

SAN10:17 amSan Diego

10h 22m

1 stop

ITO5:39 pmHilo Intl

Sep 27

ITO8:36 amHilo Intl

7h 45m

1 stop

SAN7:21 pmSan Diego

$721

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Hawaiian Airlines

Oct 15

SAN12:30 pmSan Diego

11h 01m

1 stop

ITO8:31 pmHilo Intl

Oct 21

ITO6:00 amHilo Intl

11h 36m

1 stop

SAN8:36 pmSan Diego

$759

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Hawaiian Airlines

Sep 19

SAN10:17 amSan Diego

10h 22m

1 stop

ITO5:39 pmHilo Intl

Sep 29

ITO7:47 amHilo Intl

10h 12m

1 stop

SAN8:59 pmSan Diego

$858

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Hilo

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Alaska Airlines

Nov 10

SAN6:48 pmSan Diego

25h 12m

1 stop

ITO6:00 pmHilo Intl

Nov 17

ITO9:00 pmHilo Intl

13h 56m

2 stops

SAN12:56 pmSan Diego

$298

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Alaska Airlines

Feb 3

SAN8:15 amSan Diego

10h 42m

1 stop

ITO4:57 pmHilo Intl

Feb 8

ITO7:29 amHilo Intl

10h 16m

1 stop

SAN7:45 pmSan Diego

$318

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Alaska Airlines

Nov 10

SAN9:03 pmSan Diego

21h 01m

2 stops

ITO4:04 pmHilo Intl

Nov 17

ITO9:00 pmHilo Intl

13h 56m

2 stops

SAN12:56 pmSan Diego

$338

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SAN - ITO

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Mon 11/10

6:48 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop25h 12m

Hilo Intl

Mon 11/17

9:00 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops13h 56m

$298

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SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 2/3

8:15 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Hilo Intl

Sun 2/8

7:29 am-7:45 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$318

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Mon 11/10

9:03 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops21h 01m

Hilo Intl

Mon 11/17

9:00 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops13h 56m

$338

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Sat 11/15

8:50 am-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Hilo Intl

Sat 11/22

6:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$431

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Sat 11/15

7:50 am-6:10 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Hilo Intl

Sat 11/22

6:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$441

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Tue 2/3

6:15 am-3:18 pm

2 stops11h 03m

Hilo Intl

Sun 2/8

7:50 pm-10:27 am

2 stops12h 37m

$548

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Thu 11/20

5:10 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop29h 18m

Hilo Intl

Thu 11/27

7:44 pm-6:49 am

1 stop9h 05m

$698

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Fri 2/27

6:15 am-3:23 pm

2 stops11h 08m

Hilo Intl

Sun 3/1

9:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops9h 55m

$714

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Wed 10/15

12:30 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Hilo Intl

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-8:36 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$759

San DiegoHilo

SAN - ITO

SANITO

San Diego

Thu 11/20

8:10 am-4:04 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Hilo Intl

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$997

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Hilo

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Hilo?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Hilo from San Diego, with most prices found around $425. If you’re not able to fly to Hilo in January, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Diego to Hilo during September average around $444.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Hilo?

The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to Hilo is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for Hilo on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $360. Flights from San Diego to Hilo on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $480. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Hilo flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Hilo flight.

How have San Diego to Hilo flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for San Diego to Hilo flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Hilo

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Hilo according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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How far is San Diego to Hilo Intl by plane?
Hilo Intl is 2498.4 mi away from San Diego. Flights usually cover this in 7h 48m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Hilo 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 San Diego Airport to Hilo Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hilo Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Hilo Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Hilo Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Hilo?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Diego to Hilo is Southwest, representing 52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Alaska Airlines at 25% and Hawaiian Airlines at 23%.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Hilo

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $332	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,729 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $336	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $347	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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