Cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO - HNL) from $169

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — HNL
May 15 — May 221

The best prices from San Francisco to Honolulu are usually found in January or September, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 10, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$442

One-way from

$224
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Honolulu
One-way flight from San Francisco to Honolulu

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Honolulu. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 44 days in advance, which can save you up to 9% on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 44 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $357. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $357.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Honolulu from San Francisco. Prices for January average $378 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $122. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a January flight can save you 32% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO - HNL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Honolulu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Cheap Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Hawaiian Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Honolulu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Hawaiian Airlines flights traveling from San Francisco to Honolulu. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 10/157:15 amSFO - HNL
1 stop7h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/307:30 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$240
Tue 10/158:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/307:30 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$246
Tue 8/208:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop7h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 8/2910:59 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$251
Mon 10/78:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 10/189:28 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$253
Tue 9/177:30 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/29:45 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$258
Tue 10/158:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/307:30 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$262
Mon 8/198:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 8/2710:59 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$263
Tue 10/157:15 amSFO - HNL
1 stop6h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/307:30 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$267
Mon 8/198:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop7h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 8/2910:59 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$273
  • If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Honolulu, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Hawaiian Airlines. Flights on this route from Hawaiian Airlines typically cost $317.00 RT, a price that is 76% cheaper than the average San Francisco to Honolulu flight. The cheapest flight found was $128 RT. When traveling from San Francisco to Honolulu on Hawaiian Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is San Francisco Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Honolulu Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, Hawaiian Airlines flights are 25% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Honolulu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from San Francisco to Honolulu. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 9/99:25 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/127:00 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$257
Wed 9/41:20 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1810:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$266
Wed 9/41:20 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/189:40 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$276
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$296
Sun 5/261:20 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2910:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$299
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2111:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$309
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/2010:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$317
Sat 5/1810:54 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/231:20 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$323
Sun 5/261:20 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2910:50 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$324
  • If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Honolulu, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is United Airlines. Flights from United Airlines traveling this route typically cost $336.40 RT. This price is typically 76% more expensive than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Honolulu flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $142. The most popular departure airport in San Francisco when flying to Honolulu is San Francisco Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Honolulu is Honolulu Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, United Airlines flights are 25% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Francisco to Honolulu flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Honolulu specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Prices were last updated on May 10, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 5/194:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/237:15 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$257
Sun 5/194:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/2410:50 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$266
Sun 5/1911:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/231:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$277
Thu 5/1611:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/231:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$287
Sun 5/261:20 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/294:00 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$292
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$296
Sun 5/1911:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/241:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$297
Sun 5/261:20 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2910:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$299
Mon 5/1311:29 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/221:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8$307

San Francisco to Honolulu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Honolulu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 10/157:15 amSFO - HNL
1 stop7h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/307:30 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$240
Tue 10/158:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/307:30 amHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$246
Tue 8/208:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop7h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 8/2910:59 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$251
Wed 8/2111:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2910:59 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$252
Mon 10/78:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 10/189:28 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$253
Mon 9/99:25 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/127:00 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$257
Tue 9/177:30 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/29:45 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$258
Wed 8/2111:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/281:18 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$259
Sun 8/257:25 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/2710:59 amHNL - SFO
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$261

Non-stop flights to Honolulu from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Honolulu. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco to Honolulu. If you're looking for other options for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 9/99:25 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/127:00 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$257
Wed 8/2111:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/281:18 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$259
Tue 10/158:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/303:50 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$261
Sun 8/257:25 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/291:18 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$265
Wed 8/2111:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/291:18 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$267
Tue 8/2011:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/281:18 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$270
Wed 9/1811:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/32:05 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$271
Tue 8/2011:35 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Fri 8/301:18 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$275
Tue 9/177:30 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/12:23 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$276

San Francisco to Honolulu flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Honolulu for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Sun 5/194:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/237:15 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$257
Sun 5/194:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/2410:50 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$266
Sun 5/1911:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/231:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$277
Thu 5/1611:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/231:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$287
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$296
Sun 5/1911:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/241:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$297
Thu 5/1611:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/211:26 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$307
Thu 5/164:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2111:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$309
Thu 5/1611:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/213:19 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop13h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9$314

One-way flights to Honolulu from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Honolulu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Honolulu can use the search form above.
Tue 5/288:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$169
Sat 5/1810:35 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/10$171
Thu 8/88:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/9$174
Tue 8/66:00 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$177
Tue 5/2111:50 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/10$179
Tue 5/148:20 amSFO - HNL
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/9$185
Wed 5/1510:35 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/9$188
Tue 5/214:10 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$189
Sun 7/214:40 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$191

Find flights from San Francisco to Honolulu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$240 - $296

Route

Depart

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Price

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 10/15

1 stop7h 29m

Honolulu

Wed 10/30

1 stop8h 50m

$240

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 10/15

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Wed 10/30

1 stop8h 50m

$246

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Thu 8/29

1 stop6h 56m

$252

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 9/9

Nonstop5h 22m

Honolulu

Thu 9/12

Nonstop5h 13m

$257

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Wed 8/28

Nonstop5h 08m

$259

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Tue 8/27

1 stop6h 56m

$261

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Thu 8/29

Nonstop5h 08m

$265

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 9/4

1 stop9h 20m

Honolulu

Wed 9/18

Nonstop5h 01m

$266

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 9/3

1 stop11h 09m

Honolulu

Fri 9/6

1 stop11h 33m

$296

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/9

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Honolulu flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Honolulu by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Honolulu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Honolulu is currently $180 while a round-trip flight costs $260. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of $442). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $750). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$492

February

$516

March

$615

April

$517

May

$547

June

$750

July

$722

August

$543

September

$543

October

$442

November

$516

December

$538

Temperature and rainfall in Honolulu by month

Plan your trip to Honolulu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

HNL

Temperature

73.4 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Honolulu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Honolulu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Honolulu. Reviews last updated May 10, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
10,768 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.0
Very good
2,313 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.6
Good
2,942 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
11,016 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,140 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Honolulu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu if you want to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu. At least 7 different airlines have flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) on a regular basis. There are 28 flights to Honolulu from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to HNL to be around 5h 22m.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Honolulu for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Honolulu for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Hawaiian Airlines for just $240, but on average you can expect to pay $261.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Honolulu for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Honolulu is less than $278.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Honolulu for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Honolulu within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Friday.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Honolulu flight route?

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Honolulu on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from San Francisco to Honolulu a day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Honolulu can take about 5h 22m. Hawaiian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $240. The distance from San Francisco to Honolulu is about 2409 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Honolulu round-trip?

    According to our current data, Hawaiian Airlines ($240), United Airlines ($257), and Alaska Airlines ($259) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Honolulu. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $169. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Honolulu for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Consider American Airlines (95%), SWISS (89%) or Alaska Airlines (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Honolulu) can be booked for $228 on average our data indicates $1,158 when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • What does SFO to HNL mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Francisco Airport to Honolulu Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SFO to HNL flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Kahului?

    Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, and Maui Swap Meet are the most popular attractions in Kahului if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, and Maui Swap Meet can be accessed by traveling approximately 3.3 mi, 3.6 mi, and 3.1 mi, respectively from Kahului. Travelers can book a car rental at Kahului for about $50 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Honolulu flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Honolulu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Honolulu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Honolulu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Honolulu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Honolulu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Honolulu flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Honolulu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/9.

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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$128Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$142Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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