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$128+ Cheap flights from California to Honolulu (HNL)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HNL
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:40 amLGB - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/1012:20 pmHNL - LGB
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$274
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:40 amLGB - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/811:05 amHNL - LGB
1 stop7h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$279
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:40 amLGB - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/1112:20 pmHNL - LGB
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 12/24:15 pmLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/98:00 amHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$297
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:40 amLGB - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 12/912:20 pmHNL - LGB
Nonstop5h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/2$297
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/67:35 amLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 04mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/162:25 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop6h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$298
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/88:57 amLGB - HNL
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/1512:20 pmHNL - LGB
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/610:00 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 00mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/109:33 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop9h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sun 12/75:59 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 49mDelta
Mon 12/88:00 amHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/3$302
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/47:40 amLGB - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/1012:20 pmHNL - LGB
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$302
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/49:38 amLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/711:59 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$303
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:40 amLGB - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/912:20 pmHNL - LGB
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$303

Cheap flight deals from California to Honolulu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Honolulu flight deals. Data was last updated November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$366

Good round-trip deal

$370 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Honolulu that are best for you.

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Price

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

9:38 am-3:58 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Honolulu

Sun 12/7

11:59 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$303

Long BeachHonolulu

LGB - HNL

LGBHNL

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 3/2

8:00 am-3:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Honolulu

Thu 3/5

10:29 am-7:25 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$304

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

1:35 pm-5:27 pm

Nonstop5h 52m

Honolulu

Tue 12/9

9:33 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$308

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Wed 11/26

7:00 am-11:09 am

Nonstop6h 09m

Honolulu

Thu 12/4

7:00 am-7:42 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$308

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Sun 1/11

5:25 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Honolulu

Sun 2/1

9:35 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$310

Long BeachHonolulu

LGB - HNL

LGBHNL

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 12/3

7:40 am-11:39 am

Nonstop5h 59m

Honolulu

Mon 12/8

8:08 am-8:25 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$311

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

7:20 am-5:07 pm

1 stop11h 47m

Honolulu

Fri 2/6

10:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$313

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 2/16

4:35 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Fri 2/27

9:17 am-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$315

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 2/18

8:15 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Thu 2/26

7:17 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$315

Long BeachHonolulu

LGB - HNL

LGBHNL

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 2/27

9:00 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Honolulu

Thu 3/5

1:00 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$316

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Best time to book a flight from California to Honolulu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Honolulu

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Honolulu (average of $132). Flying from California to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $266). 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 CA to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 4, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from California to Honolulu by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Honolulu

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 November 4, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to HNL are scheduled on a Monday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Honolulu. 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 into for flights to Honolulu from California?

    Most people fly into Honolulu (HNL) if they book a flight to Honolulu from California. Honolulu is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Honolulu’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Honolulu flight route?

    The California to Honolulu flight path was viewed by 409 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Honolulu?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from California to Honolulu in about 5h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 56m. The distance from California to Honolulu is about 2551 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California 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 $129. United Airlines flights start at $144 while deals on Delta start at $169 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Honolulu, San Francisco - Honolulu or San Diego - Honolulu when deciding on the best route from California to Honolulu.

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

    Before booking your flight to Honolulu from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Scandinavian Airlines (94%), Singapore Airlines (93%), Avianca( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $161. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Honolulu) can be booked for $230 on average, our data indicates $907 when flying from California to Honolulu.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Honolulu (average of $132). Flying from California to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $266). 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 California to Honolulu

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Honolulu. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$149Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$200Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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