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$152+ 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HNL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$307
(Delta)

One-way from

$152
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$506

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/187:15 amSNA - HNL
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Wed 9/248:55 pmHNL - SNA
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/10$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:41 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/289:45 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop10h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/155:10 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/241:00 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 11/157:30 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 07mDelta
Wed 11/199:59 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/10$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:00 amLAX - HNL
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/308:43 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 9/85:55 amSFO - HNL
1 stop17h 33mDelta
Tue 9/237:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop13h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/11$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/257:00 amSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 9/51:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/218:55 pmLAX - HNL
2 stops18h 55mSouthwest
Tue 11/410:05 amHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$357
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/2410:09 amONT - HNL
Nonstop6h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/299:30 pmHNL - ONT
1 stop8h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$358
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:09 amONT - HNL
Nonstop6h 01mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/112:38 pmHNL - ONT
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/111:30 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/151:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 9/98:48 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/1811:02 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$372

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 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

Thu 9/18

7:15 am-7:20 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Honolulu

Wed 9/24

8:55 pm-10:14 am

1 stop10h 19m

$307

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

3:40 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Honolulu

Thu 9/11

11:09 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$314

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Fri 8/29

5:10 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

Honolulu

Fri 9/5

8:00 am-4:38 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

$317

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

11:50 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Honolulu

Mon 9/8

10:42 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$319

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Fri 8/22

7:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Honolulu

Sun 9/7

9:49 am-9:58 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$326

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

3:40 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Honolulu

Tue 9/2

7:40 am-4:01 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$338

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

6:47 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

Honolulu

Thu 8/28

9:11 pm-8:53 am

1 stop8h 42m

$339

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

5:55 am-8:28 pm

1 stop17h 33m

Honolulu

Tue 9/23

7:00 am-11:13 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$347

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

7:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Honolulu

Fri 9/5

1:30 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$349

OntarioHonolulu

ONT - HNL

ONTHNL

Ontario

Sat 9/6

7:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Honolulu

Thu 9/11

12:38 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 32m

$358

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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 June 12, 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to HNL are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (76 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 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Honolulu when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Honolulu. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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 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 464 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $152. Alaska Airlines flights start at $159 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $165 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: Southwest (99%), Fiji Airways (97%), Japan Airlines( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $154. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Honolulu) can be booked for $265 on average our data indicates $908 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$134Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$184Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$191Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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