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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Sacramento to Kona Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $256. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Kailua-Kona.$189 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 29, returning Wed, May 13.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Sacramento International on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Kona on Wed, May 13, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $189, select.

Kailua-Kona.$219 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 4, returning Wed, May 13.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Sacramento International on Mon, May 4, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Kona on Wed, May 13, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $219, select.

Kailua-Kona.$256 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 21, returning Wed, Apr 29.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Sacramento International on Tue, Apr 21, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Kona on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $256, select.

Kailua-Kona.$275 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 24, returning Tue, Apr 7.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Sacramento International on Tue, Mar 24, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Kona on Tue, Apr 7, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $275, select.

Kailua-Kona.$299 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 21, returning Wed, Apr 29.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Sacramento International on Tue, Apr 21, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Kona on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $299, select.

Kailua-Kona.$311 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 29, returning Wed, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Sacramento International on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kona on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Kailua-Kona.$317 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 29, returning Mon, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Sacramento International on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Kona on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.

Kailua-Kona.$354 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 3, returning Thu, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Sacramento International on Sun, May 3, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Kona on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $354, select.

Kailua-Kona.$384 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 2, returning Thu, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Sacramento International on Sat, May 2, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Kona on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.

Kailua-Kona.$394 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 27, returning Tue, Sep 1.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Sacramento International on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kona on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $394, select.

Kailua-Kona.$395 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 17, returning Thu, Oct 29.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Sacramento International on Sat, Oct 17, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kona on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $395, select.

Kailua-Kona.$409 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 19, returning Tue, Mar 24.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Sacramento International on Thu, Mar 19, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Kona on Tue, Mar 24, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $409, select.

Kailua-Kona.$414 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Wed, Sep 30.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Sacramento International on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kona on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $414, select.

Kailua-Kona.$428 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 2, returning Mon, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Sacramento International on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Kona.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from Kona on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $428, select.

Kailua-Kona.$429 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 17, returning Tue, Nov 24.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Sacramento International on Tue, Nov 17, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kona on Tue, Nov 24, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $429, select.

Kailua-Kona.$434 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 3, returning Fri, Aug 28.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Sacramento International on Wed, Jun 3, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kona on Fri, Aug 28, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $434, select.

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Sacramento to Kona: Alternative routes

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12km from central Kailua-Kona

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Sacramento to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$189
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	5 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	40

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento to Kona: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Sacramento to Kona?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Kona is $189. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to Kona?

5 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento to Kona.

Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento to Kona?

Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Sacramento to Kona.

How many flights are there a week from Sacramento to Kona?

There are 40 flights per week flying from Sacramento to Kona, as of March 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Kona?

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Kona is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Kona Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Kona Airport on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sacramento to Kona Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kona?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kailua-Kona?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kailua-Kona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Sacramento to Kona?

The cheapest airline that flies to Kona is Alaska Airlines.

Traveling from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): What you need to know

Kick off your travels at one of Sacramento's main airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) jetting off from either of these.
The average length of a direct Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is 5 hours 30 minutes.
Kona International Airport at Keahole is located in Kailua-Kona. The city follows the UTC-10 timezone and is three hours behind Sacramento.
Take your pick of 7 direct services every week between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). This is the most popular route, with Hawaiian Airlines offering a 7am departure from SMF to KOA.
Your flight from Sacramento to KOA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.

Airports in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) leave from this terminal.
When departing from SMF, you can take a direct flight from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from SMF to KOA.
Hawaiian Airlines shines when it comes to on-time performance. A reliable 81.48% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Located around 19 kilometers from the center of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're searching for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination on time.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Stockton Airport (SCK)

SCK is around 88 kilometers from central Sacramento. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours 20 minutes.
The day before your Sacramento to KOA flight, why not enjoy an additional night away? Check in to Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are near Stockton Airport.
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Stockton Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 55.67%.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.

About Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

Consider staying at Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House after touching down from your flight from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole. It's a quick drive from KOA and a great option if you want to get some rest right away.
Go where the road takes you with a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and find adventure across Kailua-Kona and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight.

Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona

Central Kailua-Kona is around 13 kilometers from Kona International Airport at Keahole and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
It takes roughly 30 minutes when traveling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole is $118. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $189. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to KOA. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Sacramento to KOA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when prices go down.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

July is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). Visit Kailua-Kona in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to KOA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole in January when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).

More about Kailua-Kona

After booking your flight from Sacramento to Kona International Airport at Keahole, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kailua-Kona:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Sea Paradise Sailing and Snorkeling Tours, Kona Snorkel Trips and Paradise Sailing Hawai‘i are must-visits when exploring Kailua-Kona.

Explore more of the United States

Kailua-Kona is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometers north-west of Kailua-Kona, a visit to Honolulu will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Pearl City, roughly 274 kilometers north-west of Kailua-Kona. USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park are highlights.