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$134+ 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HNL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$134
(KAYAK)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$335 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 or less
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/3111:05 amSNA - HNL
1 stop11h 04mDelta
Tue 11/411:32 pmHNL - SNA
1 stop12h 43mDelta
Deal found 9/10$289
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:00 amLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/243:36 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/11$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/171:35 pmLAX - HNL
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/241:30 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/167:30 amSNA - HNL
2 stops11h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/237:00 amHNL - SNA
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/227:00 amLAX - HNL
1 stop15h 09mDelta
Tue 12/211:35 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop13h 38mDelta
Deal found 9/10$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 12/41:32 pmLAX - HNL
1 stop10h 43mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/79:47 amHNL - LAX
1 stop10h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/1810:26 amLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2010:25 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$298
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/144:55 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop10h 04mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/289:41 amHNL - SAN
1 stop6h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 9/261:59 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 39mDelta
Sun 10/510:33 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop13h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/11$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/265:55 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 11/41:50 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/1810:26 amLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/257:00 amHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$300
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/279:06 amSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 10/3112:35 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$301

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Honolulu that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Honolulu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaHonolulu

SNA - HNL

SNAHNL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/31

11:05 am-7:09 pm

1 stop11h 04m

Honolulu

Tue 11/4

11:32 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$289

Santa AnaHonolulu

SNA - HNL

SNAHNL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/31

9:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Honolulu

Mon 11/3

9:50 am-8:32 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$289

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Fri 10/24

7:00 am-7:09 pm

1 stop15h 09m

Honolulu

Tue 12/2

11:35 pm-3:13 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$295

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

11:20 am-7:40 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Honolulu

Fri 3/6

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$299

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 11/17

1:45 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Tue 11/25

11:28 pm-6:49 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$300

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 10/22

5:55 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Thu 10/30

10:51 pm-7:15 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$300

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

9:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Honolulu

Mon 3/9

8:40 pm-9:44 am

1 stop10h 04m

$304

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 11/4

8:10 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Honolulu

Tue 11/11

3:10 pm-7:23 am

1 stop14h 13m

$305

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Sun 12/7

9:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Honolulu

Thu 12/11

11:30 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$305

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 10/29

10:37 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Honolulu

Wed 11/12

8:07 am-7:38 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$310

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from California to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Honolulu as you normally would.

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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to HNL are scheduled on a Wednesday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (55 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Honolulu?

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 382 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 Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from California to Honolulu in about 9h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 29m. The distance from California to Honolulu is about 2579 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 $145. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $145 while deals on Delta start at $145 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Honolulu, San Francisco - Honolulu or Ontario - 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: Atlas Air (100%), Aer Lingus (89%), Southwest( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $164. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Honolulu) can be booked for $210 on average, our data indicates $828 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from California to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$143Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$179Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$208Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$270Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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