What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kailua-Kona from San Diego according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kailua-Kona. Keep in mind that there are 5 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 San Diego to Kailua-Kona on average per week?

As of August 2026, 7 flights take off from San Diego and land in Kailua-Kona each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Kona Intl

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

The number of flights available between San Diego and Kailua-Kona is 1 per day as of August 2026. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

As of August 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport 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.

$164 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona in 2026

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6:15 am - 11:46 am

SAN

KOA

8h 31m

1 stop

10:59 pm - 10:12 am

KOA

SAN

8h 13m

1 stop

$396United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25

6:15 am - 12:43 pm

SAN

KOA

9h 28m

1 stop

11:59 pm - 11:57 am

KOA

SAN

9h 58m

1 stop

$396United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

7:47 am - 5:38 pm

SAN

KOA

12h 51m

1 stop

10:05 pm - 10:11 am

KOA

SAN

10h 06m

1 stop

$396Delta

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 8

7:03 am - 5:35 pm

SAN

KOA

13h 32m

1 stop

10:05 pm - 10:15 am

KOA

SAN

9h 10m

1 stop

$396Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6

8:50 am - 6:10 pm

SAN

KOA

12h 20m

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8:35 pm - 10:25 am

KOA

SAN

10h 50m

2 stops

$397Southwest

Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Oct 26

9:25 am - 2:10 pm

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KOA

7h 45m

1 stop

7:05 pm - 8:20 am

KOA

SAN

11h 15m

2 stops

$397Southwest

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13

11:41 am - 2:48 pm

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KOA

6h 07mnonstop

1:28 pm - 6:52 am

KOA

SAN

14h 24m

1 stop

$400Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Sat, Aug 29

9:00 am - 7:32 pm

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KOA

13h 32m

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10:35 am - 7:01 pm

KOA

SAN

5h 26mnonstop

$400Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4

9:30 pm - 9:32 am

SAN

KOA

15h 02m

1 stop

3:51 pm - 8:48 am

KOA

SAN

13h 57m

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$411Alaska Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 22

5:49 pm - 9:36 am

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KOA

18h 47m

1 stop

3:46 pm - 8:45 am

KOA

SAN

13h 59m

1 stop

$446Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16

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Southwest flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

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Southwest

Oct 20

SAN9:55 amSan Diego

11h 15m

2 stops

KOA6:10 pmKona Intl

Oct 25

KOA11:40 amKona Intl

9h 25m

2 stops

SAN12:05 amSan Diego

$397

Southwest

Nov 7

SAN9:55 amSan Diego

10h 15m

1 stop

KOA6:10 pmKona Intl

Nov 11

KOA9:30 pmKona Intl

11h 10m

2 stops

SAN10:40 amSan Diego

$401

Southwest

Aug 25

SAN7:25 amSan Diego

13h 40m

2 stops

KOA6:05 pmKona Intl

Sep 1

KOA7:05 pmKona Intl

9h 40m

2 stops

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

$405

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

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American Airlines

Aug 22

SAN4:22 pmSan Diego

24h 36m

1 stop

KOA1:58 pmKona Intl

Aug 28

KOA9:45 pmKona Intl

8h 05m

1 stop

SAN8:50 amSan Diego

$412

American Airlines

Sep 21

SAN6:20 amSan Diego

10h 43m

1 stop

KOA2:03 pmKona Intl

Oct 1

KOA9:45 pmKona Intl

17h 31m

1 stop

SAN6:16 pmSan Diego

$415

American Airlines

Aug 16

SAN6:25 amSan Diego

10h 33m

1 stop

KOA1:58 pmKona Intl

Aug 16

KOA9:45 pmKona Intl

8h 05m

1 stop

SAN8:50 amSan Diego

$559

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Sun 10/18

6:15 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 31m

Kona Intl

Sun 10/25

10:59 pm-10:12 am

1 stop8h 13m

$396

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Sat 10/31

6:15 am-12:43 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Kona Intl

Sat 11/7

11:59 pm-11:57 am

1 stop9h 58m

$396

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Fri 10/30

7:47 am-5:38 pm

1 stop12h 51m

Kona Intl

Sun 11/8

10:05 pm-10:11 am

1 stop10h 06m

$396

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Sat 8/29

7:03 am-5:35 pm

1 stop13h 32m

Kona Intl

Sun 9/6

10:05 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 10m

$396

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SANKOA

San Diego

Sun 10/25

8:50 am-6:10 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Kona Intl

Mon 10/26

8:35 pm-10:25 am

2 stops10h 50m

$397

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Sat 10/31

9:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Kona Intl

Fri 11/13

7:05 pm-8:20 am

2 stops11h 15m

$397

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 8/25

11:41 am-2:48 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

Kona Intl

Sat 8/29

1:28 pm-6:52 am

1 stop14h 24m

$400

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Fri 8/28

9:00 am-7:32 pm

1 stop13h 32m

Kona Intl

Fri 9/4

10:35 am-7:01 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$400

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SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Mon 9/21

9:30 pm-9:32 am

1 stop15h 02m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/22

3:51 pm-8:48 am

1 stop13h 57m

$411

San DiegoKailua-Kona

SAN - KOA

SANKOA

San Diego

Tue 10/13

5:49 pm-9:36 am

1 stop18h 47m

Kona Intl

Fri 10/16

3:46 pm-8:45 am

1 stop13h 59m

$446

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Kailua-Kona?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $416 to $652.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $396.

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

The cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona from San Diego is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $362, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Kailua-Kona, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $367.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $447. 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 Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kailua-Kona on Sunday is $603.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Kona Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kailua-Kona from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kailua-Kona for around $501 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kailua-Kona from San Diego for as low as $386 on momondo.

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

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

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

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Kailua-Kona flight.

How have San Diego to Kailua-Kona flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for San Diego to Kailua-Kona flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

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

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Best Price Found	$313
Fastest flight time	6h 02m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Kailua-Kona	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Kailua-Kona from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $313. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Kailua-Kona found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $536.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Kailua-Kona takes 6h 02m

Direct flights go from San Diego to Kailua-Kona every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

How far is San Diego to Kona Intl by plane?
San Diego and Kona Intl are 2552.8 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 02m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Kona Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport 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 San Diego to Kailua-Kona?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Kailua-Kona, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 26.23% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 13.11%, Boeing 737 with 11.48%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 9.84%.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Kailua-Kona?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Diego to Kailua-Kona is Alaska Airlines (75% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (10%), Southwest (9%), and Hawaiian Airlines (5%).

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona

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Delta	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,482 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,819 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,221 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,761 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,059 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Alaska Airlines Flights From San Diego to Kailua-Kona
Alaska Airlines flight deals from San Diego to Kailua-Kona start from $245 round-trip. Over the 7 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $525 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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Can I find flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Kailua-Kona from San Diego on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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