Which airports can I use when flying from Hilo to San Diego?

Flights from Hilo to San Diego usually depart from Hilo Intl (ITO) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Hilo to San Diego?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Hilo to San Diego.

Which airports do connecting flights from Hilo to San Diego pass through?

Most connecting flights from Hilo to San Diego pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hilo to San Diego?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Hilo to San Diego route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $470 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $621, a difference of $151. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Hilo to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Hilo to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 2,494 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Hilo to San Diego?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Hilo to San Diego changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $345 to $1,985. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Hilo to San Diego looking right now?

One-way fares from Hilo to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $226, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Hilo and San Diego?

San Diego is 3 hours ahead of Hilo (Pacific Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Payless • Europcar • Thrifty • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a Hilo to San Diego flight?

Round-trip flights from Hilo to San Diego range from $420 to $621, with an average of $520 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Hilo to San Diego?

Southwest ($494) and Alaska Airlines ($527) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Hilo to San Diego according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Hilo to San Diego?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $474. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Hilo to San Diego which airport offers the shortest layover?

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Hilo to San Diego layovers at 292 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$494

Typical prices: $420-$621

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$194

Typical prices: $205-$302

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ITO - SAN • 1 stop

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Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

3:25 pm - 6:35 amITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

12h 10m1 stop Honolulu

1:15 pm - 9:50 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

10h 35m2 stops Oakland Honolulu

$345Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

3:25 pm - 6:35 amITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

12h 10m1 stop Honolulu

9:55 am - 9:50 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

13h 55m1 stop Honolulu

$381Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

6:00 am - 7:15 pmITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

10h 15m2 stops Honolulu San Jose

1:15 pm - 9:50 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

10h 35m2 stops Oakland Honolulu

$401Southwest

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

7:30 pm - 6:56 amITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 26m1 stop Honolulu

5:19 pm - 6:19 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

27h 00m1 stop Kahului

$485Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

8:45 pm - 9:10 amITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:10 am - 12:35 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

8h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$494Southwest

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

7:30 pm - 6:56 amITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 26m1 stop Honolulu

10:06 am - 8:00 amSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

23h 54m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu

$505Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

7:30 pm - 6:56 amITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 26m1 stop Honolulu

10:06 am - 8:00 amSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

23h 54m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu

$515Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

11:00 am - 8:13 pmITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

7h 13m1 stop Honolulu

8:15 am - 3:22 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

9h 07m1 stop Honolulu

$527Alaska Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

11:00 am - 8:13 pmITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

7h 13m1 stop Honolulu

9:59 pm - 10:28 amSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 29m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu

$529Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

11:00 am - 8:13 pmITO Hilo Intl-SAN San Diego

7h 13m1 stop Honolulu

8:14 pm - 6:19 pmSAN San Diego-ITO Hilo Intl

24h 05m2 stops Sacramento Intl Kahului

$534Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Hilo to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Hilo to San Diego start at $494. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $420 to $621. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $494 on Southwest.

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Cheapest flight	$194

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Which airports can I use when flying from Hilo to San Diego?
Flights from Hilo to San Diego usually depart from Hilo Intl (ITO) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Hilo to San Diego?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Hilo to San Diego.
Which airports do connecting flights from Hilo to San Diego pass through?
Most connecting flights from Hilo to San Diego pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hilo to San Diego?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Hilo to San Diego route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $470 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $621, a difference of $151. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in San Diego?
Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Hilo to San Diego?
A nonstop flight from Hilo to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 2,494 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Hilo to San Diego?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Hilo to San Diego changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $345 to $1,985. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Hilo to San Diego looking right now?
One-way fares from Hilo to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $226, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Hilo and San Diego?
San Diego is 3 hours ahead of Hilo (Pacific Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?
San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox
How much should I expect to pay for a Hilo to San Diego flight?
Round-trip flights from Hilo to San Diego range from $420 to $621, with an average of $520 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $470 - about $151 less than Friday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hilo to San Diego trip for February. Fares historically average $365 round-trip in that month - typically $437 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.
- Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
- Bay Club Hotel & Marina
- Sheraton San Diego Resort

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