Flying from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to San Diego: what you need to know
Around 6 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego.
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is three hours ahead of Kailua-Kona, where Kona International Airport at Keahole is located.
Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route, with seven flights a week to choose from. You can travel from KOA to SAN at 10:22 with Alaska Airlines.
For a relaxed start to your KOA to San Diego flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego tickets are available for booking. San Diego International Airport (SAN) will be your arrival point.
Keep an eye out for promotions from Alaska Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona, KOA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego, check out Breezy Kailua-Kona Bungalow With Lanai and Ocean View!. It's a short ride from KOA.
88.63% of flights departing from Kona International Airport at Keahole land at their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from KOA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to San Diego
C$196 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego flight. A return flight ticket right now is C$398. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from KOA to San Diego, book your journey one month before your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego takes around 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and discover more of San Diego and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from KOA to San Diego.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Once you've hopped off your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your KOA to San Diego flight, unwind at a hotel close to CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Budget, Hertz and Avis.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from CLD before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to San Diego
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego. The city comes alive in peak season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to San Diego in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KOA to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kona International Airport at Keahole to San Diego, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are top attractions which should be on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Diego, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its leading attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Phoenix is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without seeing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
