What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?

United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kailua-Kona from Santa Barbara according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% 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.

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

Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport is 1 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport 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 Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kona Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kona Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:45 pm - 1:06 pmSBA-KOA

20h 21m1 stop

11:10 pm - 1:49 pmKOA-SBA

12h 39m1 stop

$496United Airlines

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sáb., nov. 15 - sáb., nov. 22

6:45 pm - 1:00 pmSBA-KOA

20h 15m2 stops

11:10 pm - 1:49 pmKOA-SBA

12h 39m1 stop

$497United Airlines

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sáb., nov. 15 - sáb., nov. 22

7:40 pm - 1:54 pmSBA-KOA

21h 14m1 stop

9:20 pm - 6:56 pmKOA-SBA

19h 36m1 stop

$509Alaska Airlines

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jue., oct. 23 - mar., nov. 4

7:40 pm - 1:54 pmSBA-KOA

21h 14m1 stop

9:20 pm - 7:52 pmKOA-SBA

20h 32m2 stops

$510Alaska Airlines

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jue., oct. 23 - mar., nov. 4

8:40 pm - 11:56 amSBA-KOA

18h 16m1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:08 pmKOA-SBA

11h 08m1 stop

$515United Airlines

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mié., oct. 8 - mar., oct. 14

7:39 pm - 10:30 pmSBA-KOA

28h 51m1 stop

10:00 pm - 6:14 pmKOA-SBA

18h 14m1 stop

$527Alaska Airlines

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lun., dic. 29 - lun., ene. 12

5:25 am - 1:40 pmSBA-KOA

10h 15m1 stop

9:15 pm - 10:05 amKOA-SBA

10h 50m1 stop

$532Southwest

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jue., nov. 6 - jue., nov. 6

5:25 am - 1:40 pmSBA-KOA

10h 15m1 stop

10:00 am - 11:25 pmKOA-SBA

11h 25m2 stops

$538Southwest

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jue., nov. 6 - lun., nov. 10

6:10 am - 3:45 pmSBA-KOA

11h 35m1 stop

10:28 pm - 8:54 amKOA-SBA

8h 26m1 stop

$565American Airlines

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dom., dic. 14 - mié., ene. 14

6:10 am - 4:47 pmSBA-KOA

12h 37m1 stop

9:35 pm - 9:38 amKOA-SBA

10h 03m1 stop

$581American Airlines

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lun., nov. 3 - sáb., nov. 15

American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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

American Airlines

Dec 14

SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara

11h 35m

1 stop

KOA3:45 pmKona Intl

Jan 14

KOA10:28 pmKona Intl

8h 26m

1 stop

SBA8:54 amSanta Barbara

$565

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American Airlines

Nov 3

SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara

12h 37m

1 stop

KOA4:47 pmKona Intl

Nov 15

KOA9:35 pmKona Intl

10h 03m

1 stop

SBA9:38 amSanta Barbara

$581

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American Airlines

Dec 14

SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara

11h 35m

1 stop

KOA3:45 pmKona Intl

Jan 14

KOA10:28 pmKona Intl

8h 26m

1 stop

SBA8:54 amSanta Barbara

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Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 23

SBA7:40 pmSanta Barbara

21h 14m

1 stop

KOA1:54 pmKona Intl

Nov 4

KOA9:20 pmKona Intl

19h 36m

1 stop

SBA6:56 pmSanta Barbara

$509

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 23

SBA7:40 pmSanta Barbara

21h 14m

1 stop

KOA1:54 pmKona Intl

Nov 4

KOA9:20 pmKona Intl

20h 32m

2 stops

SBA7:52 pmSanta Barbara

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 29

SBA7:39 pmSanta Barbara

28h 51m

1 stop

KOA10:30 pmKona Intl

Jan 12

KOA10:00 pmKona Intl

18h 14m

1 stop

SBA6:14 pmSanta Barbara

$527

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Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 11/15

6:45 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop20h 21m

Kona Intl

sáb. 11/22

11:10 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$496

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 11/15

6:45 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Kona Intl

sáb. 11/22

11:10 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$497

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

jue. 10/23

7:40 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop21h 14m

Kona Intl

mar. 11/4

9:20 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop19h 36m

$509

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

jue. 10/23

7:40 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop21h 14m

Kona Intl

mar. 11/4

9:20 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops20h 32m

$510

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

mié. 10/8

8:40 pm-11:56 am

1 stop18h 16m

Kona Intl

mar. 10/14

10:00 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$515

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

lun. 12/29

7:39 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop28h 51m

Kona Intl

lun. 1/12

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$527

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

jue. 11/6

5:25 am-1:40 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Kona Intl

jue. 11/6

9:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop10h 50m

$532

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

jue. 11/6

5:25 am-1:40 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Kona Intl

lun. 11/10

10:00 am-11:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$538

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

dom. 12/14

6:10 am-3:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Kona Intl

mié. 1/14

10:28 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 26m

$565

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

lun. 11/3

6:10 am-4:47 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Kona Intl

sáb. 11/15

9:35 pm-9:38 am

1 stop10h 03m

$581

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

The cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona from Santa Barbara is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $502, 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 Santa Barbara averaging around $523.

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 $385. 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 $505.

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

Flying to Kailua-Kona from Santa Barbara at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $308 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kailua-Kona is in the morning when prices are around $429.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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

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How far is Santa Barbara to Kona Intl by plane?
A flight from Santa Barbara to Kona Intl will travel around 2436.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 8h 01m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport is 1 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport 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 Santa Barbara Airport to Kona Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kona Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kona Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kona Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona is United Airlines (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $429	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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