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Flight deals from San Diego to Lihue

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Lihue Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,056. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lihue.R 2,278 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,278, select.
Lihue.R 3,077 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,077, select.
Lihue.R 3,096 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,096, select.
Lihue.R 3,445 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,445, select.
Lihue.R 3,915 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,915, select.
Lihue.R 4,147 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,147, select.
Lihue.R 4,166 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,166, select.
Lihue.R 4,355 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,355, select.
Lihue.R 5,133 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,133, select.
Lihue.R 5,133 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,133, select.
Lihue.R 5,282 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,282, select.
Lihue.R 5,332 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,332, select.
Lihue.R 5,332 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,332, select.
Lihue.R 6,093 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,093, select.
Lihue.R 10,233 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,233, select.
Lihue.R 22,883 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 22,883, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Lihue

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Lihue flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 3,883
Jun
from R 2,259
Jul
from R 3,416
Aug
from R 3,052
Sep
from R 3,070
Oct
from R 4,112
Nov
from R 4,131
Dec
from R 10,148
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Direct flights from San Diego to Lihue

San Diego to Lihue: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego to Lihue below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lihue.

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San Diego to Lihue: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,278
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time6 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Lihue: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Lihue is R 4,993. 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.
6 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Lihue.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from San Diego to Lihue.
As of May 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from San Diego to Lihue.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Lihue is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Lihue Airport on Saturday, 30 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 21 minutes.
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 Lihue 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lihue is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from San Diego to Lihue Airport (LIH): What you need to know

  • Your adventure begins at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Explore the options for booking a flight from San Diego to Lihue Airport (LIH) taking off from either of these bases.

  • The average duration of a direct San Diego to Lihue Airport flight is 6 hours 20 minutes.

  • Lihue Airport is located in Lihue. The city runs on the UTC-10 timezone and is three hours behind San Diego.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lihue Airport (LIH) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from SAN to LIH on Alaska Airlines's 9:40am departure.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from San Diego to LIH.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there 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 San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Diego to Lihue Airport (LIH) can be booked from this terminal.

  • When jetting out of SAN, you can catch a direct flight from San Diego to Lihue Airport with Alaska Airlines.

  • Alaska Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from SAN to LIH.

  • The top on-time carrier on this route is Alaska Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 78.13% of the time.

  • The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from San Diego to Lihue Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to San Diego International Airport:

  • 71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • CLD is about 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to LIH flight:

About Lihue Airport (LIH)

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Lihue Airport (LIH)

  • R 2,259 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Lihue Airport. Return flights start from R 5,035. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to LIH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your San Diego to Lihue Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from San Diego to LIH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when prices go down.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from San Diego to Lihue Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from San Diego to Lihue Airport (LIH)

  • May is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Lihue Airport (LIH), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Lihue based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your San Diego to LIH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Lihue, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Lihue Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

More about Lihue

Explore more of the United States

  • Lihue has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Lihue, a visit to Honolulu will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.

  • Around 153 kilometres south-east of Lihue, Pearl City is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park.

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