$174 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kailua-Kona (SFO-KOA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $174 for one-way flights and $330 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 10
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$330 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$330
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $330 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$333 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $333 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 10
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$340 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $340 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 12
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$348 Roundtrip, just found
$348
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $348 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$353 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $353 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 12
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$358 Roundtrip, just found
$358
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $358 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$358 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $358 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 12
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$367 Roundtrip, just found
$367
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $367 just found
Delta
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$367 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$367
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $367 found 1 hour ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, May 26 - Tue, Jun 3
SFO
San Francisco
KOA
Kona Coast
$368 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 26 from San Francisco to Kona Coast, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $368 found 5 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) cost?
You can book cheap return flights starting at $396 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United and Alaska Airlines flight leaving SFO on May 19 2025 and touching down at KOA. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to KOA?
The cheapest flights from SFO to KOA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
You can fly directly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to KOA?
Jet off from SFO to KOA with United. This airline currently offers the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting from $224. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on July 16 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
On average, just 1 nonstop flight departs daily from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). Want more options? Use Expedia’s filters to discover flights with layovers and add a new destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
More passengers fly between SFO and KOA at 9 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and it’s possible you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to KOA?
Saturday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). Consider leaving on this day and you’ll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
The earliest flight out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 9:10AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you’ll land at Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) at approximately 12:55PM UTC-10. The overall travel time is 5h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Flights from SFO to KOA have an average travel time of 5 hours and 45 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 2,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to KOA?
United Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA), with an on-time score of 87%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you jet off and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Opt for a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kailua-Kona from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Compare your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA). This is the only airport in Kailua-Kona you can fly into if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to KOA shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. But if there’s some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to KOA flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by booking a SFO to KOA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you’ve chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your SFO to KOA flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you’d like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.
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