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Cheapest round-trip
$329
Typical prices: $468-$649
Delta
Sun 2/18Sun 2/18
SNA - KOA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$181
Typical prices: $243-$335
American Airlines
Thu 11/15
SNA - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Kailua-Kona. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $457 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona (SNA-KOA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:15 am - 5:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
13h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:06 pm - 1:08 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$334Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:15 am - 5:38 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
13h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:02 pm - 4:05 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
15h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$334Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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4:11 pm - 9:27 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
8h 16m1 stop San Francisco
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10:55 pm - 12:03 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 08m1 stop San Francisco
$334United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:02 am - 6:28 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
14h 26m2 stops Portland Honolulu
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6:00 am - 10:10 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 10m2 stops Honolulu Portland
$339Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:07 am - 6:28 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
13h 21m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu
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8:45 pm - 12:02 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
12h 17m2 stops Honolulu San Francisco
$339Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:45 am - 6:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
13h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Honolulu
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9:30 pm - 9:40 amKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Jose
$379Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:02 am - 5:45 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
11h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:04 am - 8:26 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$410Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:05 am - 12:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
7h 50m1 stop Sacramento Intl
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9:30 pm - 9:40 amKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Jose
$412Southwest
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:20 am - 1:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
8h 23m1 stop San Francisco
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11:55 pm - 10:18 amKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 23m1 stop San Francisco
$442United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
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12:59 pm - 9:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-KOA Kona Intl
11h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:55 pm - 11:21 amKOA  Kona Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$444Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona start at $329. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $468 to $649. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $329 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona, it is 39% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 63% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona at $395 round-trip.
  • December ($808) and June ($649) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$181
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

    Flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona most commonly connect through:

    • Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $359 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $957, a difference of $598. 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 long is a flight from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona takes 0h 00m, covering 2,526 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

    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 Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona 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 $329 to $1,760. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $272.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Sacramento Intl (SMF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 15m, compared with 9h 02m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 10h 17m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Kailua-Kona?

    Kailua-Kona is 3 hours behind Santa Ana (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Kona Intl Airport (KOA)?

    Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona range from $468 to $649, with an average of $586 over the past 12 months. Anything below $468 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $359 - about $598 less than Sunday (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Kailua-Kona trip for January. Fares historically average $395 round-trip in that month - typically $413 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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