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$169+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO - HNL)

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$318
(Delta)

One-way from

$169
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$395 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
From San Francisco to Honolulu
One-way flight from San Francisco to Honolulu
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/65:50 amSFO - HNL
1 stop17h 36mDelta
Fri 11/148:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/16$318
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Sat 11/83:30 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop22h 38mDelta
Mon 11/1011:28 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop11h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/16$321
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Mon 11/35:50 amSFO - HNL
2 stops16h 19mDelta
Tue 11/1111:28 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop11h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/16$324
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Tue 10/2812:35 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 51mDelta
Wed 11/59:30 pmHNL - SFO
2 stops15h 03mDelta
Deal found 9/17$327
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Mon 12/18:40 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/47:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/17$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/216:25 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/269:40 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$330
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Wed 12/37:15 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 12/1712:05 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/19$331
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/237:47 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/3012:10 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$332
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Wed 12/37:00 amSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/93:00 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/18$334
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Wed 11/55:30 amSFO - HNL
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Tue 11/119:55 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop11h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Sun 11/308:40 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/43:00 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop7h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/18$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/25:50 amSFO - HNL
1 stop17h 36mDelta
Mon 11/1011:28 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop11h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/16$337

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that are best for you.

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San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

7:35 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Tue 3/3

10:10 pm-5:15 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$342

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

8:05 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Thu 1/15

12:25 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$342

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

7:52 am-12:43 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Honolulu

Tue 11/4

12:10 pm-7:22 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$347

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

4:50 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Honolulu

Mon 11/3

8:00 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$350

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

9:30 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Tue 11/18

10:50 pm-9:47 am

1 stop8h 57m

$352

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

7:55 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Honolulu

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-8:18 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$352

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

6:59 pm-2:03 pm

1 stop21h 04m

Honolulu

Thu 11/13

11:07 pm-6:17 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$354

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

7:12 am-11:03 am

Nonstop5h 51m

Honolulu

Mon 12/8

10:29 am-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$355

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

7:35 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Tue 3/3

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$355

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

7:57 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop5h 32m

Honolulu

Sun 11/16

9:25 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$356

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Honolulu flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Honolulu trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


United First includes priority check-in and two free checked bags, enhancing convenience.

Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian's Extra Comfort seats offer more legroom and early boarding, enhancing travel experience.


Hawaiian provides a free meal in Main Cabin on daytime flights, adding value to your journey.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


Alaska Airlines' Wi-Fi is a flat fee, ideal for staying productive on longer flights.

Airports
SFO

To save time, use the SFO2Go program to order meals for pickup during busy times at SFO.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
HNL

For a quick ride to Waikiki, consider rideshare apps from HNL, which are often cheaper than taxis.

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on Hawaiian Airlines

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HNL

Yulia Denisyuk

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 San Francisco to Honolulu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 19, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Honolulu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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.

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

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 September 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco 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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Honolulu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu if you want to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu. At least 6 different airlines have flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) on a regular basis. There are 19 flights to Honolulu from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to HNL to be around 5h 20m.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Honolulu flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Honolulu can take about 5h 40m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $342. The distance from San Francisco to Honolulu is about 2395 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($160), Hawaiian Airlines ($221), and American Airlines ($235) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Honolulu. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $171. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Honolulu for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Consider Air China (93%), Turkish Airlines (89%) or SWISS (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $169. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Honolulu) can be booked for $266 on average, our data indicates $1,115 when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

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

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

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and The Wiltern are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and The Wiltern can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.0 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Travelers can book a car rental at Los Angeles for about $41 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Seattle?

    Seattle travelers tend to visit Pike Place Market, Space Needle, and Seattle Waterfront more than any other notable places. Travelers on a layover in Seattle can visit Pike Place Market, Space Needle, and Seattle Waterfront, by traveling 11.2 mi, 12.0 mi, and 10.9 mi, respectively after landing at Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Seattle/Tacoma Intl for an average daily rate of $64 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from San Francisco 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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DeltaCheapest$160Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$221Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$382Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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