Cheap flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona from $129
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Kailua-Kona
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona?
The cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona from San Diego is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $337, 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 San Diego averaging around $371.
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 $416. 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 Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kailua-Kona on Friday is $508.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kailua-Kona?
Flying to Kailua-Kona from San Diego in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $178 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kailua-Kona is in the morning when prices are around $461.
What is the cheapest San Diego to Kona Intl flight route?
Fly from San Diego to Kona Intl for the best San Diego - Kona Intl flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Kailua-Kona?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kailua-Kona from San Diego when booking 6 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kailua-Kona for around $450 when searching 6 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 $370 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Kona Intl flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Kona Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Kona Intl?
Southwest, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Kona Intl
What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest 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 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kailua-Kona. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 day?
The number of flights available between San Diego and Kailua-Kona is 2 per day as of June 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from San Diego to Kailua-Kona on average per week?
As of June 2025, 14 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.
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Best Price Found | $129 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 56m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Kailua-Kona | 1 airport |
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 5h 56m.
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 June 2025, there are 6 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 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 46.15% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 with 35.15%, Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) with 3.85%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 3.63%.
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 (64% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Hawaiian Airlines (21%), Southwest (5%), and United Airlines (5%).
Best airlines flying from San Diego to Kailua-Kona
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $191 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,494 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $209 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $219 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $240 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $241 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,950 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $328 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Diego to Kailua-Kona
Alaska Airlines flight deals from San Diego to Kailua-Kona start from $240 round-trip. Over the 7 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $453 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Hawaiian Airlines Flights From San Diego to Kailua-Kona
Hawaiian Airlines (7.8/10 from 2,494 reviews) operates around 7 flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona in any given week. The average Hawaiian Airlines airfare for this route is around $493, with deals from around $191 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Diego to Kailua-Kona flight searches in the last 72 hours.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Diego to Kailua-Kona?
Finding the right flight to Kailua-Kona from San Diego is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Kailua-Kona quick and easy, saving you time and money.
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.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Diego to Kailua-Kona?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Kailua-Kona from San Diego.
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