SBA - KOA

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Cheapest round-trip
$536
Typical prices: $536-$744
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/1Mon 12/3
SBA - KOA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$250
Typical prices: $288-$356
Delta
Sat 12/15
SBA - KOA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Kailua-Kona. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 25% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $525 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 7h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona (SBA-KOA)

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

Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 2:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
10h 49m2 stops San Diego Kahului
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11:44 am - 11:33 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 49m1 stop San Diego
$536Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 4:23 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
12h 23m2 stops San Diego Kahului
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9:21 am - 11:33 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 12m2 stops Kahului San Diego
$541Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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2:15 pm - 2:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
26h 12m2 stops San Diego Sacramento Intl
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5:53 pm - 1:48 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
17h 55m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$543Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 26 - Thu, May 6
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6:08 am - 2:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
11h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:55 pm - 12:07 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 12m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$549American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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2:15 pm - 2:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
26h 12m2 stops San Diego Sacramento Intl
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11:44 am - 11:33 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 49m1 stop San Diego
$560Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 26 - Thu, May 6
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6:08 am - 3:43 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
12h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Honolulu
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9:55 pm - 12:07 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 12m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$561American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 12:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
8h 59m1 stop Los Angeles
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11:59 pm - 12:03 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 04m1 stop San Francisco
$588United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:20 am - 11:49 amSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
7h 29m1 stop San Francisco
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1:04 pm - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 55m1 stop San Francisco
$588United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:05 pm - 8:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
8h 27m1 stop San Francisco
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11:59 pm - 10:09 amKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$623United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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10:50 am - 8:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
11h 42m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
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11:59 pm - 10:09 amKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$629United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$250
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara 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 Barbara to Kailua-Kona 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 Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

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

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona takes 00m, covering 2,429 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona range from $536 to $744, with an average of $641 over the past 12 months. Anything below $536 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $536 to $633. That means the highest observed fare was about 18% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $367, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $603 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $918, a difference of $315.

    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 Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 51m, compared with 8h via San Francisco (SFO) and 9h 40m via San Diego (SAN).

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

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

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $603, about $315 less than Saturday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona trip for October. Fares historically average $483 round-trip in that month - typically $288 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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