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$184+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Honolulu (SJC - 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — HNL
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Honolulu are usually found in January or September, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 May 12, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$378
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$184
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$427

Good round-trip deal

$501 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 9/37:00 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 25mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/158:43 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop14h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 9/61:40 pmSJC - HNL
1 stop29h 32mDelta
Thu 9/188:55 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop12h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/11$405
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:00 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/69:49 amHNL - SJC
1 stop9h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/11$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:00 amSJC - HNL
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/179:11 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop18h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:25 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mSouthwest
Sun 5/2510:00 amHNL - SJC
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/12$483

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Honolulu that are best for you.

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San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Thu 5/29

9:30 am-11:55 am

Nonstop5h 25m

Honolulu

Wed 6/4

2:34 pm-9:12 am

1 stop15h 38m

$393

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Thu 5/29

7:23 am-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 32m

Honolulu

Wed 6/4

8:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop8h 50m

$412

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 7/22

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Honolulu

Tue 7/29

9:19 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$433

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Thu 5/29

9:30 am-11:55 am

Nonstop5h 25m

Honolulu

Thu 6/5

2:10 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$448

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 5/19

7:25 am-10:00 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Honolulu

Thu 5/22

8:15 am-4:30 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$473

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 8/4

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$184

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 6/4

7:59 pm-11:00 am

1 stop18h 01m

$199

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 6/30

7:00 am-9:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$222

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 7/2

1:32 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$232

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 5/21

7:25 am-4:05 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Honolulu in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Honolulu?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 May 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose to Honolulu in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 51% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on May 11, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Honolulu flight should consider departing on Monday 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Honolulu

Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose 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 May 12, 2025.

The most flights from SJC to HNL are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 May 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Jose to Honolulu have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,290 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
2,431 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Jose to Honolulu?

    If you wish to fly to Honolulu from San Jose, then you need to book flights from San Jose to Honolulu. There are 4 flights from San Jose (SJC) to Honolulu (HNL) per day to choose from. Flights to Honolulu from San Jose are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from San Jose to Honolulu typically takes.

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

    Within the past month, 40 users have taken a look at flights from San Jose to Honolulu.

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

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Honolulu, with prices starting at $378. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $405 and $422, respectively. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 8% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $184. Alaska Airlines flights start at $199 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $222 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Jose to Honolulu on time: Southwest (92%), Fiji Airways (88%), Qantas Airways (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $821 for a flight from San Jose to Honolulu. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Honolulu) is currently priced at $348.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$154Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$209Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$223Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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