Honolulu

$151+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Honolulu (SMF - 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — HNL
Nov 1 — Nov 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Honolulu are usually found in January or September, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 October 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$341
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$480
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Honolulu flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-Honolulu flights.
From Sacramento Intl to Honolulu
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Honolulu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 2, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 10/308:23 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/68:41 amHNL - SMF
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/1$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:35 amSMF - HNL
2 stops12h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/88:00 amHNL - SMF
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/2$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Mon 11/1711:55 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 50mSouthwest
Sun 11/232:25 pmHNL - SMF
Nonstop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/1$345
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/318:23 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/61:00 pmHNL - SMF
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/1$346
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:15 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 49mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/119:47 amHNL - SMF
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/29$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/239:45 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/2711:18 pmHNL - SMF
1 stop9h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/30$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/99:05 amSMF - HNL
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Tue 11/116:10 amHNL - SMF
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/29$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sat 12/69:30 amSMF - HNL
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Thu 12/112:35 pmHNL - SMF
Nonstop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/1$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sun 10/269:45 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/28:41 amHNL - SMF
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/1$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2111:00 amSMF - HNL
1 stop9h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/2610:41 amHNL - SMF
1 stop7h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/30$352
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/249:45 amSMF - HNL
Nonstop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/278:33 amHNL - SMF
1 stop9h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/1$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sun 10/2611:36 amSMF - HNL
2 stops11h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/297:00 amHNL - SMF
2 stops9h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$354

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 October 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Honolulu that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Honolulu

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Depart

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SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/30

8:23 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 47m

Honolulu

Thu 11/6

8:41 am-7:34 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$341

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/7

8:00 am-11:58 am

Nonstop5h 58m

Honolulu

Sun 12/14

12:49 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$346

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/22

11:10 am-9:08 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Honolulu

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-9:53 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$348

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/24

9:45 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

Honolulu

Mon 10/27

8:33 am-9:07 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$353

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

6:59 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Honolulu

Sat 12/13

12:49 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$357

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

7:10 am-2:18 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Honolulu

Mon 11/17

9:33 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop20h 01m

$357

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

10:00 am-7:54 pm

2 stops12h 54m

Honolulu

Tue 3/17

10:30 pm-9:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

$362

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/12

10:40 am-8:10 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Honolulu

Tue 3/17

9:50 pm-9:47 am

1 stop8h 57m

$362

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

8:15 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Honolulu

Wed 12/3

11:30 pm-10:03 am

1 stop8h 33m

$362

SacramentoHonolulu

SMF - HNL

SMFHNL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-4:39 pm

2 stops11h 39m

Honolulu

Fri 12/5

8:10 am-6:52 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$363

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Deals found on 9/29

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Honolulu in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Sacramento-Honolulu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Honolulu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Honolulu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Honolulu flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Sacramento-Honolulu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Honolulu

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on September 26, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Honolulu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 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 Sacramento to Honolulu?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Sacramento 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 SMF to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 October 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Honolulu in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on September 28, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Honolulu flights

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

For weekday morning flights, expect longer security lines at SMF. Arrive early to avoid delays, especially on Mondays.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
HNL

For a quick trip to Waikiki, rideshares are faster than public buses from HNL, taking about 15 minutes.

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
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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 October 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Sacramento to Honolulu to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Honolulu?

    If you wish to fly to Honolulu from Sacramento, then you need to book flights from Sacramento Intl to Honolulu. There are 2 flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Honolulu (HNL) per day to choose from. Flights to Honolulu from Sacramento Intl are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 38m is how long a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Honolulu typically takes.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Honolulu flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Honolulu?

    Alaska Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Sacramento to Honolulu in just under 5h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 11m. There are 2458 mi between Sacramento and Honolulu. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Honolulu, with prices starting at $176. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $215 and $235, respectively. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Honolulu are Southwest (88%), Alaska Airlines (80%) and Hawaiian Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $156. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Honolulu) can be booked for $314 on average, our data indicates $411 when flying from Sacramento to Honolulu.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Honolulu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$176Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$336Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$341Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$388Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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