San Diego to Kailua-Kona (SAN–KOA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SAN–KOA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,553 miles in approximately 5h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | 739 | 5h52 | Oneworld | – | |
| HA Hawaiian Airlines | 4 | 7M9 | 6h19 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Kailua-Kona from San Diego
| Metric | SAN→KOA | ONT→KOA | LAX→KOA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAN | – | 94 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | – | 111 |
| Flight time | 5h 52m | 5h 39m | 4h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 60% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SAN: PDT · KOA: HST
When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, it's 3:00 PM in Kailua-Kona.
SAN–KOA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAN to KOA
San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SAN to KOA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAN to KOA ranges from 5 hours 52 minutes to 6 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,553 miles (4,108 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via SCF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ontario (ONT) and Los Angeles (LAX).