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Cheap Flights from Kahului to California

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Los Angeles
Los Angelesnonstop$305
San Francisco
San Franciscononstop$330
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$354
San Jose
San Josenonstop$335
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$523
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$647
Reno
Reno1 stop$520
Los Angeles
Los Angelesnonstop$305
San Francisco
San Franciscononstop$330
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$354
San Jose
San Josenonstop$335
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$523
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$647
Reno
Reno1 stop$520
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kahului to California flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Kahului to California recently?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Kahului to California on KAYAK in the last week:

• San Francisco (SFO) from $330
• Sacramento Intl (SMF) from $335
• Oakland (OAK) from $345
• San Diego (SAN) from $354
• Los Angeles (LAX) from $431

How do fares into airports in California compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into California from Kahului are:

• Oakland (OAK) (avg. price $436)
• San Diego (SAN) (avg. price $436)
• Los Angeles (LAX) (avg. price $438)

Are flights from Kahului to California cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Kahului to California are about 7% higher than they were in November last year, averaging $478 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Kahului to California?

February is typically the cheapest month to fly from Kahului to California, with round-trip fares averaging $385. August and June are usually the most expensive, averaging $542 and $535, respectively.

How do fares from Kahului to California vary by day of the week?

On average, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly from Kahului to California and Sunday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 22% more expensive to fly on a Sunday compared to Wednesday.

What's the best time of day to fly from Kahului to California?

It's cheapest to fly to California in the afternoon with average prices of $459. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $516.

What's the best time to book a flight from Kahului to California?

Book your flights 15 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 38% compared to booking at the last minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Key details for Kahului to California flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$168
Beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 10% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kahului to San Francisco

Flights from Kahului to California: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Kahului to California 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Dec 2025
Make sure you check on your flight before going to the airport
KeithFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Jul 2025
Check your seating assignment thoroughly when you check in to ensure it's the seat you paid for. Flights number, planes, seat assignment, departure times can change at moment's notice, so make sure your confirmed flight assignment in 100% correct!!!
OlgaFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-May 2025
Get to the airport 1 1/2 to 2 before your flight. Airport to confusing with the process especially if it your first time in Kahului.
CHARLESFlew with American Airlines-Mar 2025
Allow plenty of time to pass through agriculture and TSA security screening.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024
The exiting gates and boarding connecting flights are very close, always bring an empty water container that you can fill in the airport filtered water dispensers bring your own favorite food
RaquelFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Jun 2024
Sit last row so no one is behind you and buy cancel noise headphones!
MichaelFlew with Alaska Airlines-Mar 2024
Get to the airport extra early for a Hawaii flight.

Your Kahului to California flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Kahului to California?

    Yes. Fares from Kahului to California are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $370 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Kahului to California?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Kahului to California have typically cost between $370 and $577.

  • What are the main airports serving California?

    There are 43 airports in California. 34% of KAYAK users choose Los Angeles (LAX) as their arrival airport, while 21% choose San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from Kahului to California?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 5 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • American Airlines
    • Delta

  • Which destinations in California can I fly nonstop from Kahului?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from Kahului to 7 destinations in California. The most popular among KAYAK travelers are Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Kahului to California?

    Yes, nonstop flights from Kahului to California average $447 over the past 12 months. Flights with a layover can cost less, cheapest when connecting through Honolulu (HNL) (avg. price $409) or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) (avg. price $424).

  • How long is a flight from Kahului to California?

    Nonstop flights from Kahului to California take 5h 13m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 4h 45m, flying into San Jose (SJC).

  • Which cabin classes are available from Kahului to California?

    On flights from Kahului to California you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around California?

    California is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • Universal Studios Hollywood
    • Gaslamp Quarter
    • Fisherman's Wharf
    • Venice Beach

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kahului to California?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Kahului to California departs at 8:00 am and the latest leaves at 11:59 pm. Nonstop flights take about 5h 13m.

Your guide to booking Kahului to California flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 15 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 38% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in February to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in August will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Wednesday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Sunday flights, which are about 22% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Oakland (OAK) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in San Diego, the most popular destination in California. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Los Angeles, San Francisco and Anaheim.
  • Time or money? If speed matters most, fly from Kahului to San Jose (SJC). If you're after the lowest fares, Oakland (OAK) is usually your best bet.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Kahului to California

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kahului to California? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4222 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

2.0 MediocreChih Hsuan, Nov 2026
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Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

staff and crew were great but the flight delays for the last few flights are insane. After a long day of work and you will get a notification of flights delay is not the message we want to see. And for some reason it keeps happening often this year.

Every single flight I take with southwest is delayed by at least one hour. Unbelievable

It’s too cold like fridge and they don’t offer a blanket with expensive price

A List preferred boarding was nice Asked for a mask and cheerfully received Denver bag check-in is tricky. Not near other checking desk. Have to navigate to east security and up to level six for bag checkin. TSA busy and 20 minutes process thru pre lines Denver train to gates quick but one more thing to plan time for and long concourse walk to gate

Not exactly Southwest’s problem, but the new Burbank airport is not great. No restaurants open and tons of work still to be completed. Can’t believe they opened the airport in that condition.

Southwest has lost most of what made it special. The flight attendants all used to seem fun and like they were having fun. Now they seem just miserable. They do NOT seem happy to give you your pretzels and drinks. They stick it in your hand or on your tray like it's an annoyance. They bark safety instructions at you. It's not just this flight but the last few SW flights I've had to SNA and SAN as well and it's not just me. I've informally surveyed my colleagues (business and leisure travelers) and these feelings are consistent. The tickets are similarly priced to other carriers and the seat assignments make boarding slower. The free luggage and free ability to change flights is still a differentiator. You lose that and there's virtually nothing special left.

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Much better than the.last. flight on SW on Thanksgiving day

Boarding was quick. The flight itself was good. However, no charging ports for cell phones. Also, the food provided was just a few snacks. For a 5-hr flight, I would expect at least a sandwich.

Your seats do not recline more than 2”. That’s a shame on a 5+ hours flight especially overnight flight. Garbage airline

Had small delay to replace a airplane tire but overall it. Went well.

Look at my previous review I just wrote on this survey. It was awful!

Terrible airport. It took over one hour to pass checkpoint and security gate. We stood under the sun in the long line

I would've liked to have the seat tablets like before to view movies, with long travels not everyone carries tablets to view movies. And phones are not worth it because screens to small.

I was able to upgrade to first class, which was great. Food and drinks were underwhelming compared to other first class flights I have taken.

The flight was late. The flight attendant snapped at my daughter for asking to use the bathroom after they announced to be seated. She was told she should listen next time. She has a uti and it had nothing to do with her not listening. One of our suit cases was dented. The flight itself went well and the plane was clean.

My experience with Alaska was good. Customer service before boarding the plane was good.

I like the kindness and friendliness of the crew but not the long waits between flights

USB and power ports available in seats 💺. Inadequate snack options.

The bathroom is disgustingly dirty. It looks like the crew members didn’t clean it on a regular basis. Also, who made the bathroom so small?. I am not a big girl but I still feel very cramped inside. Def unpleasant experience to use the bathroom.

dropped my bags at Seattle Delta curbside. 1.5 hours before departure. one bag oversized made it. the other was left at curb and mishandled. poor communication from delta in sjc baggage claim. No internet on flight and food choices in business are horrible. You are forcing us to fly Alaska which is shockingly better than the Delta experience. that is a low bar.

attendents were rude and the boarding was disjointed and poor

There was an incredibly surly flight attendant that ruined the experience

DL486 could not get to the gate due to jet bridge malfunction. We moved gates. The connecting flight of LAX to MCO was not communicated with. Even though we were in the same terminal, DL482 left without about 10 of us, including a mother and her 3 children. I got to the gate at 7:34 am which is past the 7:20 am last call for a 7:35 am departure. Had they waited 5 minutes, all of us would have made it on board.

Staff at the check-in counter were friendly, happy and helpful. They tagged our bags and sent us to “bag drop off” but were not very clear about where that was. The airport was busy we headed off in what we thought was the right direction until a gentleman waved us down and actually came after us. He was the baggage handler for Delta and recognized our “deer in the headlights “ look-he brought us to the right area (which was marked as the Southwest Airlines Drop Off) and sent us on our way. Wonderful guy, low key and working with a big smile on his face. Loved it. Loved him.

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

Your crew could maybe answer the call bell at least one of the times I pressed it. I pressed it first time with 2.5 hours left in our flight bc my partner was hungry and wanted a sandwich. We finally got the sandwich with 40 mins left in the flight.

Delta flights are great. Easy boarding, friendly crew, great entertainment system. The food/snack choices could be a little better, especially on 4+ hour flights, but still better than most other airlines.

Not much food service - comfort + seat wasn’t that comfortable

Job well done, being treated for good and helping a lot . thanks you so much till will meet against.

My flight from Honolulu (UA 1221) was on a very old 757, no video monitors anywhere. If you wanted to watch a movie, you needed to do so using the United app on one’s phone. WiFi was $8 for Mileage Plus members; I demurred, choosing to spend my time reading a novel using the Kindle app on my Samsung S26. The meal was okay … Breakfast on any domestic airline is so-so as a rule and this one was no exception. The best part of the meal was the fruit plate and the warm croissant. The highlight: The flight left on time and arrived early.

Excellent flight. On time. Great staff. Clean and crisp cabin.

This was an overnight flight, and in the morning they did know coffee service. How you can throw passengers in a San Francisco airport at 5:40 a.m. in the morning and not giving them Coffee is a crime.

Packed in plane small uncomfortable seats elbow to elbow nobody wants to be in that situation for the money they paid

Horrible service no Wi-Fi connection on both leg of the flight and they are refusing to fix bad service

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

The entertainment available didn’t work for anyone on the flight. Long 6 hr flight with no entertainment option and the staff didn’t know until an hour into the flight when we made sure they knew about it. They had no way to fix it.

The flight was comfortable with the exit row and great service

It would have been nice to have a pillow and a blanket. food was not great

Friendly crew and pilot. And thank you to the pilot for his smooth landing technique where the wheels don't hit the ground hard - that should be table stakes but doesn't seem to be the case nowadays.

My flight left Honolulu EIGHT hours late due to lack of flight crew. This was the second time in 2026. The first class staff were excellent ... personable and friendly. The food was okay ...

Everything was fine except they changed the gate number and we ended up running all over LAX because of it.

My flight in Dallas had maintenance issues. Which caused us to missed our connecting flight in LA. We had to stay overnight in Los Angeles. American Airlines booked us a hotel. The hotel was the Holiday Inn. It was horrible. The whole hotel smelled like weed and there were people rambling all night long up and down the hallways. The carpets in the hallway and the room has stains. There was dirt on the floor. It was so nasty that I slept in my clothes.

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

Boarding gate in Honolulu was staffed with a great clerk with a soothing voice despite the flight delay of over an hour. Flight attendants in the plane were all grumpy, not pleasant looking bunch. Their sour attitude showed throughout the flight. Inly able to get a select few movies started. Most of the movie links in the “free entertainment” did not work.

Flight boarded from Gate 39 at OGG, the farthest gate in the terminal. There were no Hawaiian themed amenities for the flight. The first class service was mediocre at best; I received not special welcome or recognition as an executive platinum member of American Advantage program. The flight attendants were more concerned with their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as we disembarked. Fortunately, the flight arrived at LAX a few minutes early.

RE Food: Wish there was a choice for No Rating. Flew from Honolulu to Los Angeles on a Red-Eye flight (11:00 pm to 7:30 am). Other than a package of cookies with a beverage choice offered soon after take-off, and a beverage choice shortly before landing, no other food choices were offered. Everyone slept or rested for most of the trip. Nothing to rate. RE Entertainment: Everyone was sleeping most of the flight. Only saw one passenger watch about 30 minutes of entertainment on his iPad. I never attempted to access any entertainment options.

Our flight was great we left Kona earlier and got into LAX almost an 1hour earlier as well. LAX AA is in repair so to get out and found our bus to get pick up was a bit confusing.

I can say I will not be taking this airline again any time soon. Seat were uncomfortable and too tight. Lack of chair screen and little overhead space.

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