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$239+ Cheap flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Chicago (CHI)

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HNL — CHI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$555
(Delta)

One-way from

$239
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$644

Good round-trip deal

$770 or less

Good one-way deal

$411 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Honolulu to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:35 pmHNL - MDW
2 stops15h 01mDelta
Tue 8/269:30 amMDW - HNL
2 stops14h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/29$554
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:43 pmHNL - ORD
1 stop12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/310:00 amORD - HNL
Nonstop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/143:45 pmHNL - ORD
1 stop10h 37mDelta
Tue 8/197:15 amORD - HNL
1 stop12h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/29$555
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:15 pmHNL - ORD
2 stops17h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/2510:00 amORD - HNL
2 stops17h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$557
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:10 amHNL - MDW
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Thu 9/119:10 pmMDW - HNL
1 stop18h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$563
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:40 pmHNL - ORD
1 stop11h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 11/37:00 amORD - HNL
1 stop11h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:30 pmHNL - ORD
1 stop26h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/149:40 pmORD - HNL
1 stop23h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$655
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2111:15 amHNL - ORD
2 stops19h 35mSouthwest
Sat 5/245:25 pmORD - HNL
2 stops21h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$719

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Honolulu to Chicago 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Honolulu to Chicago that are best for you.

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HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Thu 8/14

3:45 pm-7:22 am

1 stop10h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

7:15 am-2:34 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$555

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Wed 10/22

9:15 pm-7:59 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

10:00 am-10:25 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$557

HonoluluChicago

HNL - MDW

HNLMDW

Honolulu

Fri 5/23

1:20 pm-8:36 am

2 stops14h 16m

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

9:16 am-8:44 pm

2 stops16h 28m

$558

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Thu 6/5

8:27 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

3:12 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$587

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Tue 9/9

9:05 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops12h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

6:55 pm-10:20 am

2 stops20h 25m

$593

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Sun 10/19

1:25 pm-5:04 am

1 stop10h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

10:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$603

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Thu 7/3

10:30 pm-5:39 am

1 stop26h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/14

9:40 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$655

HonoluluChicago

HNL - MDW

HNLMDW

Honolulu

Wed 7/16

11:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop13h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/30

2:50 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$713

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Fri 9/5

12:35 pm-8:31 am

2 stops14h 56m

$239

HonoluluChicago

HNL - ORD

HNLORD

Honolulu

Sat 5/31

6:20 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$246

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Honolulu to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Honolulu-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Honolulu-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Honolulu-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Honolulu-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Honolulu-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Honolulu to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Honolulu to Chicago trip
Airports
HNL

Expect up to 1-hour security lines at HNL's Terminal 2. Arrive early to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
ORD

For a quick city transfer, take the 'L' train from ORD to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Yulia Denisyuk

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Best time to book a flight from Honolulu to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Honolulu with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Honolulu to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Honolulu to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Honolulu to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Honolulu to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Honolulu to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 HNL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Honolulu to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Honolulu to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Honolulu to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu to Chicago. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from HNL to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Honolulu to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,408 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Honolulu to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Honolulu to Chicago?

    Located just 4.4 mi from the city center, Honolulu is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Honolulu. Booking flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 6 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($555), Alaska Airlines ($557), and American Airlines ($587) offers the cheapest pricing from Honolulu to Chicago. Delta is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $239 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $246 and Alaska Airlines from $263 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Honolulu to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Honolulu - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Honolulu - Chicago Midway or Honolulu - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Honolulu to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Honolulu to Chicago?

    Consider Air New Zealand (88%), Avianca (88%) or United Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Honolulu to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Honolulu to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $299. While the most popular route (Honolulu - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $457 on average our data indicates $2,240 when flying from Honolulu to Chicago.

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

    Flights departing from Honolulu and landing in Chicago layover in Los Angeles most frequently.

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

    If you're on a layover in Los Angeles and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, or L.A. Live. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those looking to explore during their layover in Los Angeles can rent a car from Los Angeles for about $41 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Honolulu and landing in Chicago layover in Seattle least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Honolulu to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu to Chicago 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 Honolulu to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Honolulu to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Honolulu to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$280Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$291Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$418Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$421Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$444Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$783Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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