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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kona Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 31,209. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kona to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Kona to San Diego

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Alternative Kona to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kona to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kailua-Kona to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 15,390
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Kona to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kona to San Diego is ₹ 31,209. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Kona to San Diego.
Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Kona to San Diego.
As of August 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from Kona to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Kona to San Diego is usually September.
If you're flying from Kona Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 31,209.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kona Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 10 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In August, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Around 6 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego.

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-8. The city is two hours ahead of Kailua-Kona, where Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole is located.

  • With six weekly flights between the two airports, Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Hop on Alaska Airlines's 10:22 flight to get your journey from KOA to SAN underway.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your KOA to San Diego flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Direct Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego tickets are available for booking. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where you'll be landing.

  • Take to the skies with Alaska Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego.

  • Travelling from central Kailua-Kona to KOA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego? Breezy Kailua-Kona Bungalow With Lanai and Ocean View! and Ohala Oasis 2 Bedroom Apartment are close to KOA. They're a particularly good choice if you have an early departure.

  • Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from KOA land at their destination as scheduled 86% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole (KOA) to San Diego

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego flight is ₹ 15,390. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 31,209. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from KOA to San Diego. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego ticket.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from KOA to San Diego is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 25 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from KOA to San Diego.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is around 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Disembark your flight from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego and then look for any airport signs that'll help you get to the city centre.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near CLD. Settle in and get cosy after your KOA to San Diego flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CLD ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Diego based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from KOA to San Diego in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.

More about San Diego

  • Once you've booked your flight from Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl Airport at Keahole to San Diego, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Diego:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. San Diego Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in San Diego.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres northwest of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are highlights.

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