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Cheapest round-trip
$421
Typical prices: $450-$781
Southwest
Fri 1/19Sat 1/27
SFO - ITO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$211
Typical prices: $233-$415
Southwest
Fri 3/2
SFO - ITO • 2 stops
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 38% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $473 (round-trip)
Honolulu (HNL)
Shortest trip • 8h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hilo (SFO-ITO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Hilo

Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
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8:40 am - 8:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
14h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Honolulu
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5:45 pm - 8:50 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
13h 05m2 stops Honolulu Los Angeles
$421Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 3
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5:20 am - 5:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
13h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Honolulu
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5:45 pm - 11:10 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$421Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:40 am - 8:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
14h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Honolulu
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5:45 pm - 8:50 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
13h 05m2 stops Honolulu Los Angeles
$421Southwest
Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 3
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8:40 am - 8:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
14h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Honolulu
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6:55 pm - 8:55 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 00m2 stops Honolulu Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$421Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 17
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8:30 am - 6:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
11h 50m1 stop Kahului
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5:56 pm - 9:03 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
13h 07m2 stops Honolulu Los Angeles
$527Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:55 pm - 9:56 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
10h 01m1 stop Honolulu
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8:45 pm - 6:35 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 50m1 stop Honolulu
$857United Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 18
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4:39 pm - 6:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
27h 41m1 stop Kahului
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8:45 pm - 6:32 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 47m1 stop Honolulu
$889United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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11:25 am - 9:56 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
12h 31m1 stop Honolulu
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8:45 pm - 6:32 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 47m1 stop Honolulu
$897United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
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11:25 am - 9:56 pmSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
12h 31m1 stop Honolulu
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6:00 am - 3:22 pmITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 22m1 stop Honolulu
$897United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 26
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8:00 pm - 7:59 amSFO  San Francisco-ITO Hilo Intl
13h 59m1 stop Honolulu
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8:31 am - 5:20 amITO  Hilo Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 49m1 stop Kahului
$938Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Hilo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hilo typically range from $450 to $781. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $421, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Hilo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Hilo. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 73% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Hilo?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Hilo at $367 round-trip.
•January ($891) and December ($849) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 142% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to Hilo flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$211
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Hilo

When to book flights from San Francisco to Hilo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Hilo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Hilo flight questions, answered

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Hilo?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Hilo. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 06m and 10h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Hilo?

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hilo range from $450 to $781, with an average of $591 over the past 12 months. Anything below $450 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Hilo 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 $421 to $3,416. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $278, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?

    Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Hilo usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).

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

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Hilo most commonly connect through:

    • Honolulu (HNL) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Kahului (OGG) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from San Francisco to Hilo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $487 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,025, a difference of $538.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Hilo?

    Flying via Honolulu (HNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 06m, compared with 10h 10m via Kahului (OGG) and 10h 49m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Hilo?

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

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Hilo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $487, about $538 less than Sunday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Hilo trip for February. Fares historically average $367 round-trip in that month - typically $524 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hilo Intl Airport.

    • Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    • Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

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