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Cheap Flights from Lihue (LIH) to San Diego (SANA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lihue to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.£258 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Lihue on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From £258, select.
San Diego.£282 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Lihue on Tue, 13 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From £282, select.
San Diego.£319 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Lihue on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From £319, select.
San Diego.£362 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Lihue on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Lihue.Price includes taxes and charges.From £362, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lihue to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Direct flights from Lihue to San Diego

Alternative Lihue to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Lihue to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Lihue to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£258
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week11

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lihue to San Diego is £258. 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.
5 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Lihue to San Diego.
Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Lihue to San Diego.
As of May 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Lihue to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Lihue to San Diego is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Lihue Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 2.5 miles away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from £258.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lihue Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 4 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 43 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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, United and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

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

  • Approximately 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lihue Airport to San Diego.

  • Lihue Airport is located in Lihue. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is three hours ahead of Lihue.

  • With four weekly flights between the two airports, Lihue Airport (LIH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest route. Board Alaska Airlines's 10:53 flight to get your trip from LIH to SAN underway.

  • To avoid rushing for your LIH to San Diego flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off 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 ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Lihue Airport to San Diego ticket. Begin your journey at LIH and end it at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Check out the promotions from Alaska Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Lihue Airport to San Diego.

  • From central Lihue, LIH is around 3,100 miles away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Have an early flight from Lihue Airport to San Diego? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LIH:

  • Lihue Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 88.39% of flights that take off from LIH arrive at their destination on time.

  • The address for LIH is 3901 Mokulele Lap, Box 6.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Lihue Airport to San Diego flight is £114. The cheapest price for a return flight is £258. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from LIH to San Diego by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for landing cheap Lihue Airport to San Diego tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LIH to San Diego.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lihue Airport to San Diego.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 3 miles from the centre of San Diego. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • It typically takes 20 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you're coming in on a late flight from Lihue Airport to San Diego. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and discover San Diego and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LIH to San Diego.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 35 miles from the centre of San Diego. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lihue Airport to San Diego, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your LIH to San Diego flight, unwind at a hotel close to CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and be off and running.

  • Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by securing your ride from CLD in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Before you book your flights from Lihue Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in San Diego offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.

  • Before locking in your Lihue Airport to San Diego plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LIH 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

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Lihue Airport to San Diego:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are major attractions which should feature on every San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen San Diego. Around 110 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 300 miles east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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