Travelling from Kona Airport (KOA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is two hours ahead of Kailua-Kona.
Flights from KOA to SFO start from 12:00 — the earliest with Alaska Airlines. The last departure is at 23:55 with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from 24 weekly Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your KOA to SFO flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to San Francisco (and then exploring more of the United States!) is easy with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is United.
With 75.64% of its services arriving as planned, United is the most punctual carrier operating KOA to SFO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between KOA and SFO include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Honolulu International Airport
Maui Kahului Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona Airport (KOA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $223. A return plane ticket right now is $476. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from KOA to SFO, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from KOA to SFO.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kona Airport (KOA)
Kona Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from KOA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Kailua-Kona to Kona Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Check out Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to KOA.
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you have a late Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Kona Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KOA to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among the biggest draws.
