What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Hawaiian 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 40% 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.

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

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

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 February 2026.

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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6:19 am - 4:14 pm

SBA

KOA

11h 55m

1 stop

10:40 pm - 11:57 am

KOA

SBA

11h 17m

1 stop

$392American Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 6

5:45 am - 2:53 pm

SBA

KOA

12h 08m

1 stop

7:40 pm - 12:00 pm

KOA

SBA

13h 20m

1 stop

$394Delta

Tue, Mar 10 - Mon, Mar 16

6:00 am - 7:52 pm

SBA

KOA

16h 52m

2 stops

1:16 pm - 2:16 pm

KOA

SBA

22h 00m

1 stop

$395Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 1

2:38 pm - 10:57 pm

SBA

KOA

10h 19m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 1:47 pm

KOA

SBA

18h 17m

2 stops

$398Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 6

5:45 am - 2:53 pm

SBA

KOA

12h 08m

1 stop

10:15 pm - 4:09 pm

KOA

SBA

14h 54m

2 stops

$400Delta

Tue, Mar 10 - Mon, Mar 16

6:00 am - 7:52 pm

SBA

KOA

16h 52m

2 stops

1:16 pm - 11:45 pm

KOA

SBA

7h 29m

1 stop

$401Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 1

5:45 am - 6:37 pm

SBA

KOA

15h 52m

2 stops

10:15 pm - 4:09 pm

KOA

SBA

14h 54m

2 stops

$405Delta

Tue, Mar 10 - Mon, Mar 16

6:00 am - 2:56 pm

SBA

KOA

11h 56m

1 stop

1:16 pm - 2:16 pm

KOA

SBA

22h 00m

1 stop

$409Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 1

2:53 pm - 9:36 am

SBA

KOA

21h 43m

2 stops

1:16 pm - 2:16 pm

KOA

SBA

22h 00m

1 stop

$415Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 1

2:53 pm - 2:56 pm

SBA

KOA

27h 03m

1 stop

1:16 pm - 11:45 pm

KOA

SBA

7h 29m

1 stop

$419Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 1

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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

United Airlines

May 15

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

7h 47m

1 stop

KOA10:47 amKona Intl

May 22

KOA11:03 pmKona Intl

9h 53m

1 stop

SBA11:56 amSanta Barbara

$423

United Airlines

Jun 10

SBA1:57 pmSanta Barbara

10h 48m

1 stop

KOA9:45 pmKona Intl

Jun 16

KOA10:15 pmKona Intl

8h 02m

1 stop

SBA9:17 amSanta Barbara

$458

United Airlines

Apr 13

SBA2:16 pmSanta Barbara

8h 26m

1 stop

KOA7:42 pmKona Intl

Apr 16

KOA12:55 pmKona Intl

8h 41m

1 stop

SBA12:36 amSanta Barbara

$462

Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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

Delta

Mar 10

SBA5:45 amSanta Barbara

12h 08m

1 stop

KOA2:53 pmKona Intl

Mar 16

KOA7:40 pmKona Intl

13h 20m

1 stop

SBA12:00 pmSanta Barbara

$394

Delta

Mar 10

SBA5:45 amSanta Barbara

12h 08m

1 stop

KOA2:53 pmKona Intl

Mar 16

KOA10:15 pmKona Intl

14h 54m

2 stops

SBA4:09 pmSanta Barbara

$400

Delta

Mar 10

SBA5:45 amSanta Barbara

15h 52m

2 stops

KOA6:37 pmKona Intl

Mar 16

KOA10:15 pmKona Intl

14h 54m

2 stops

SBA4:09 pmSanta Barbara

$405

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Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

6:19 am-4:14 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Kona Intl

Fri 3/6

10:40 pm-11:57 am

1 stop11h 17m

$392

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

5:45 am-2:53 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/16

7:40 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$394

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-7:52 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/1

1:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$395

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

2:38 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Kona Intl

Fri 3/6

5:30 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops18h 17m

$398

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

5:45 am-2:53 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/16

10:15 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops14h 54m

$400

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-7:52 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/1

1:16 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$401

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

5:45 am-6:37 pm

2 stops15h 52m

Kona Intl

Mon 3/16

10:15 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops14h 54m

$405

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-2:56 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/1

1:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$409

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

2:53 pm-9:36 am

2 stops21h 43m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/1

1:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$415

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

2:53 pm-2:56 pm

1 stop27h 03m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/1

1:16 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$419

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $634, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Kailua-Kona, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $643.

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 $398. 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 $531.

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 $348 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kailua-Kona is in the afternoon when prices are around $460.

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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Fastest flight time	7h 40m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona takes 7h 40m

There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona.

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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 7h 40m, 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 February 2026.
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 $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,283 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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