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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu from C$ 183

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HNL
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Honolulu are usually found in September or January, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 381

One-way from

C$ 183

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 516

Good round-trip deal

C$ 364 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 296 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 17/3-25/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 35m total
  • San Francisco to Honolulu
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • San Francisco to Honolulu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Mon 17/39:00 a.m.SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Tue 25/37:45 a.m.HNL - SFO
1 stop10h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 381
Wed 12/31:35 p.m.SFO - HNL
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Thu 13/37:00 a.m.HNL - SFO
1 stop12h 23mDelta
Deal found 19/2C$ 386
Wed 12/39:00 a.m.SFO - HNL
1 stop8h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 20/312:30 p.m.HNL - SFO
1 stop8h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 388
Sun 5/104:45 p.m.SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/107:00 a.m.HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 399
Mon 17/37:20 a.m.SFO - HNL
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Wed 26/38:40 a.m.HNL - SFO
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 19/2C$ 514

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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Honolulu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

9:00 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 59m

Honolulu

Thu 27/3

7:45 a.m.-9:21 p.m.

1 stop10h 36m

C$ 381

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

1:35 p.m.-8:53 p.m.

1 stop10h 18m

Honolulu

Thu 13/3

7:00 a.m.-10:23 p.m.

1 stop12h 23m

C$ 386

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

9:00 a.m.-2:49 p.m.

1 stop8h 49m

Honolulu

Thu 20/3

12:30 p.m.-11:46 p.m.

1 stop8h 16m

C$ 388

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 18/3

4:55 p.m.-7:52 p.m.

Nonstop5h 57m

Honolulu

Thu 27/3

11:20 p.m.-7:38 a.m.

Nonstop5h 18m

C$ 411

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

9:05 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 55m

Honolulu

Thu 20/3

3:15 p.m.-11:20 a.m.

2 stops17h 05m

C$ 514

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 30/4

7:00 a.m.-9:40 a.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 183

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 28/4

9:10 a.m.-7:19 p.m.

1 stop13h 09m

C$ 197

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 5/3

11:20 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop5h 50m

C$ 212

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

8:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

Nonstop5h 50m

C$ 240

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

5:40 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

2 stops13h 45m

C$ 247

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Honolulu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I 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 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Honolulu is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of C$ 371). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 617). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Honolulu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Honolulu

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Honolulu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

The most flights from SFO to HNL are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Honolulu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Honolulu ranges from 8.0 - 81.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 81.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Honolulu when rainfall is around 8.0 mm.

Temperature in Honolulu by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Honolulu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 C).

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 20 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,768 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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?

    Honolulu is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Honolulu from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) should be relatively easy as there are 21 daily flights to Honolulu from 2 different airlines. 5h 24m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu have been viewed 17 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Honolulu is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 381 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at C$ 386 and C$ 388 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 183. Delta flights start at C$ 197 while deals on United Airlines start at C$ 237 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu are Air China (88%), Fiji Airways (87%) and Qantas Airways (87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 290. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Honolulu) can be booked for C$ 578 on average our data indicates C$ 381 when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of C$ 371). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 617). 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.

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