What airlines fly to Kailua-Kona?

United Airlines, Alaska 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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kailua-Kona. Keep in mind that there are 7 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?

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 July 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.

$298 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Santa Barbara and Kailua-Kona?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $659 to $744. The lowest price recently found on this route was $518.

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6:00 am - 12:15 pm

SBA

KOA

9h 15m

1 stop

9:19 pm - 10:14 am

KOA

SBA

9h 55m

1 stop

$518Alaska Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11

2:38 pm - 10:34 am

SBA

KOA

21h 56m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 2:01 pm

KOA

SBA

20h 46m

2 stops

$521Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

7:28 pm - 1:36 pm

SBA

KOA

21h 08m

2 stops

9:19 pm - 10:14 am

KOA

SBA

9h 55m

1 stop

$524Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11

6:00 am - 5:14 pm

SBA

KOA

13h 14m

2 stops

11:34 am - 11:43 pm

KOA

SBA

10h 09m

1 stop

$544Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

2:28 pm - 12:15 pm

SBA

KOA

24h 47m

1 stop

12:51 pm - 2:02 pm

KOA

SBA

22h 11m

2 stops

$545Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17

6:00 am - 5:14 pm

SBA

KOA

13h 14m

2 stops

11:34 am - 11:43 pm

KOA

SBA

10h 09m

1 stop

$552Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

7:28 pm - 1:36 pm

SBA

KOA

21h 08m

2 stops

1:52 pm - 10:14 am

KOA

SBA

17h 22m

2 stops

$562Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11

5:35 am - 1:40 pm

SBA

KOA

10h 05m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 10:30 am

KOA

SBA

11h 00m

1 stop

$567Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12

5:35 am - 1:40 pm

SBA

KOA

10h 05m

1 stop

9:00 am - 11:45 pm

KOA

SBA

12h 45m

2 stops

$573Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12

7:29 am - 6:16 pm

SBA

KOA

12h 47m

2 stops

1:26 pm - 2:01 pm

KOA

SBA

22h 35m

2 stops

$577Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

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Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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Alaska Airlines

Aug 5

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

9h 15m

1 stop

KOA12:15 pmKona Intl

Aug 11

KOA9:19 pmKona Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

SBA10:14 amSanta Barbara

$518

Alaska Airlines

Nov 16

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

11h 52m

1 stop

KOA3:52 pmKona Intl

Nov 18

KOA11:34 amKona Intl

10h 09m

1 stop

SBA11:43 pmSanta Barbara

$595

Alaska Airlines

Aug 8

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

9h 15m

1 stop

KOA12:15 pmKona Intl

Aug 13

KOA10:37 amKona Intl

10h 07m

1 stop

SBA11:44 pmSanta Barbara

$1,942

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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

Southwest

Nov 7

SBA5:35 amSanta Barbara

10h 05m

1 stop

KOA1:40 pmKona Intl

Nov 12

KOA9:30 pmKona Intl

11h 00m

1 stop

SBA10:30 amSanta Barbara

$567

Southwest

Nov 7

SBA5:35 amSanta Barbara

10h 05m

1 stop

KOA1:40 pmKona Intl

Nov 12

KOA9:00 amKona Intl

12h 45m

2 stops

SBA11:45 pmSanta Barbara

$573

Southwest

Jul 24

SBA5:05 amSanta Barbara

10h 15m

2 stops

KOA12:20 pmKona Intl

Jul 26

KOA8:05 amKona Intl

12h 50m

2 stops

SBA11:55 pmSanta Barbara

$661

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Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/5

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Kona Intl

Tue 8/11

9:19 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 55m

$518

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/16

2:38 pm-10:34 am

2 stops21h 56m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/18

3:15 pm-2:01 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$521

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/5

7:28 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops21h 08m

Kona Intl

Tue 8/11

9:19 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 55m

$524

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/16

6:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops13h 14m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/18

11:34 am-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$544

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/12

2:28 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop24h 47m

Kona Intl

Mon 8/17

12:51 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$545

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/16

6:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops13h 14m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/18

11:34 am-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$552

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/5

7:28 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops21h 08m

Kona Intl

Tue 8/11

1:52 pm-10:14 am

2 stops17h 22m

$562

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/7

5:35 am-1:40 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Kona Intl

Thu 11/12

9:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop11h 00m

$567

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/7

5:35 am-1:40 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Kona Intl

Thu 11/12

9:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$573

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/16

7:29 am-6:16 pm

2 stops12h 47m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/18

1:26 pm-2:01 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$577

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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

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

The cheapest month to fly to Kailua-Kona from Santa Barbara is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $552, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of August is another great option to travel to Kailua-Kona, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $633.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $408. 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 $527.

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

Flying to Kailua-Kona from Santa Barbara in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $432 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kailua-Kona is in the afternoon when prices are around $511.

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	8h 02m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona takes 8h 02m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

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 02m, 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 July 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 $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,955 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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