SFO - KOA

£93 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£197
Overall average: £392
Delta
Tue 28/4Wed 6/5
SFO - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£201
Typical prices: £312-£522
United Airlines
Sat 25/4Wed 6/5
SFO - KOA • Direct
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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom on this route.
Alaska's Premium Class includes priority boarding perks.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona (SFO-KOA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 6 May
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10:32 - 19:03
SFO
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KOA
11h 31m
1 stop
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20:50 - 15:58
KOA
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SFO
16h 08m
2 stops
£197Delta
Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
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07:00 - 09:37
SFO
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KOA
5h 37mdirect
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10:57 - 11:30
KOA
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SFO
21h 33m
2 stops
£198Multiple Airlines
Wed, 29 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Delta Logo
10:32 - 19:03
SFO
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KOA
11h 31m
1 stop
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20:50 - 09:22
KOA
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SFO
9h 32m
1 stop
£199Delta
Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
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06:00 - 11:40
SFO
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KOA
8h 40m
1 stop
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22:48 - 06:57
KOA
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SFO
5h 09mdirect
£200United Airlines
Mon, 27 Apr - Wed, 6 May
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05:40 - 19:03
SFO
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KOA
16h 23m
2 stops
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22:07 - 15:58
KOA
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SFO
14h 51m
2 stops
£201Delta
Mon, 20 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
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05:40 - 19:03
SFO
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KOA
16h 23m
2 stops
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20:50 - 09:22
KOA
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SFO
9h 32m
1 stop
£203Delta
Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr
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07:00 - 17:52
SFO
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KOA
13h 52m
1 stop
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09:19 - 08:00
KOA
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SFO
19h 41m
1 stop
£204Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
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07:00 - 09:36
SFO
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KOA
5h 36mdirect
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07:05 - 05:57
KOA
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SFO
19h 52m
1 stop
£205Multiple Airlines
Sat, 11 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 11:50
SFO
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KOA
8h 50m
1 stop
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22:48 - 06:57
KOA
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SFO
5h 09mdirect
£208United Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Tue, 19 May
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07:00 - 09:36
SFO
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KOA
5h 36mdirect
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15:46 - 23:56
KOA
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SFO
5h 10mdirect
£209Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for San Francisco to Kailua-Kona flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona is January, where tickets cost £279 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £461 and £449 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £443, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Expert on KOA and SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£93
Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

  • How can I fly between SFO and KOA?

    United Airlines is one airline that provides direct flights from SFO to KOA. Airlines including Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines operate flights from SFO to KOA that have one stop. Layover cities include Honolulu (HNL), San Diego (SAN), Phoenix (PHX), Maui (OGG), and Los Angeles (LAX).

  • How do I get from KOA into downtown Kona?

    From KOA, you can catch a #202 bus into Kona, to the Kona Commons. You can also take a #2 or #90 bus. These trips take about 25min. A taxi from KOA into Kona can shave about 10min off your travel time, but it is much more expensive. A Jayride Shuttle is more expensive than a bus but less expensive than a taxi and it takes about 17min to get into downtown Kona.

  • Does SFO have a USO military lounge?

    Yes. The USO lounge at SFO is located in the Harvey Milk Terminal 1, Landside, on the mezzanine level. This military lounge proudly welcomes active-duty US military personnel and their families. It is open every day from 7 am until 4 pm. This lounge provides complimentary snack packs to go.

  • Where can I park my car long-term at SFO?

    SFO provides entry and exit into all of its parking facilities that is contactless. If you book your spot in advance, you can not only secure a spot but you may also get a discount. The Long-Term Parking Lot at SFO is not close to the terminals. However, a free shuttle service operates between the parking lot and the terminals and runs approximately every 5 to 7min.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona was £93 for a one-way ticket and £197 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    San Francisco and Kailua-Kona are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Kona Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Kailua-Kona flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Kailua-Kona flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Kailua-Kona.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kailua-Kona from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kailua-Kona with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kailua-Kona from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

  • Hawaii’s Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) serves as a hub for Mokulele airlines. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves as a hub for Alaska Airlines and a maintenance hub for United Airlines.
  • KOA is itself an interesting attraction on the Big Island of Hawaii. Although a busy airport on the island, it looks like a series of picnic pavilions among the lush greenery of palm fronds and orchids because it is made of tropical-style open-air terminals. Also, the runway is built on an 1801 lava flow.
  • KOA is strict about the animals that it will allow entering the airport. The only animals allowed in the airport are service animals, animals and reptiles that are properly stowed in containers or carriers to be shipped according to guidelines and laws, and animals accompanied by law enforcement personnel. Also, if you are landing at KOA, keep in mind that Hawaii has strict quarantine laws.
  • If you are traveling with children, you can take advantage of the Kids’ Spot interactive play area at SFO. At this indoor playground in the airport, children can wear themselves out and entertain themselves before their flight. This play area includes seating where parents can sit and watch as their children run around and have fun. The Kids’ Spot is open 24/7 and located in Terminal 2 at Gate D15.
  • At SFO, you might meet a member of the Wag Brigade. This is a therapy animal program comprised of teams of therapy animals and their handlers who the airport to comfort passengers who might be feeling stressed, anxious, bereaved, or confused.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Kona Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Kona Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Kona Intl

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Kona Intl to San Francisco

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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Reviews of the top airline flying from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9431 reviews
7.1Entertainment
8.1Crew
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Mar 2026
SFO - DEN
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona

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San Francisco (SFO)
Kailua-Kona (KOA)