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$145+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Honolulu (SJC - HNL)

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SJC — HNL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$340
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One-way from

$145
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January

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$444 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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This Vliegwinkel 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:00 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/510:27 amHNL - SJC
1 stop6h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/9$328
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2710:15 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 35mSouthwest
Wed 11/512:35 pmHNL - SJC
Nonstop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$329
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.
Fri 10/246:15 amSJC - HNL
1 stop17h 18mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/2711:18 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$343
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 11/132:57 pmSJC - HNL
1 stop8h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/189:25 pmHNL - SJC
2 stops10h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$344
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.
Fri 10/247:18 amSJC - HNL
1 stop8h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 10/2711:18 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop11h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$345
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.
Mon 11/36:15 amSJC - HNL
2 stops10h 55mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/139:55 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop11h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$346
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 10/212:52 pmSJC - HNL
1 stop12h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/811:30 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$348
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:25 amSJC - HNL
2 stops11h 11mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/2711:18 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$349
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2311:35 amSJC - HNL
1 stop10h 34mDelta
Thu 10/3010:31 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop11h 31mDelta
Deal found 9/9$350
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:55 amSJC - HNL
2 stops12h 30mSouthwest
Fri 10/318:25 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$351

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San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 11/3

10:05 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

Honolulu

Wed 11/5

12:35 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$329

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sun 10/19

8:15 pm-2:26 pm

2 stops21h 11m

Honolulu

Fri 10/31

8:33 am-7:01 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$344

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sat 11/1

10:48 am-8:45 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Honolulu

Mon 11/3

9:02 am-10:50 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$345

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 11/3

6:15 am-3:59 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Honolulu

Mon 11/10

11:55 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$346

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 11/3

6:15 am-3:59 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Honolulu

Thu 11/13

9:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$346

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 11/10

6:35 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Honolulu

Wed 11/12

9:55 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$348

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 10/22

6:55 am-4:25 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Honolulu

Fri 10/31

8:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop10h 25m

$351

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 10/7

3:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Honolulu

Wed 10/15

11:30 pm-11:44 am

1 stop9h 14m

$368

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 10/6

12:38 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Honolulu

Wed 10/8

11:30 pm-11:44 am

1 stop9h 14m

$368

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 11/3

6:15 am-4:37 pm

2 stops12h 22m

Honolulu

Wed 11/12

9:02 am-10:37 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$371

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SJC

SJC offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, making it easy to stay connected before your flight to HNL.

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HNL

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

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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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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 41 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose to Honolulu in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 52% 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 September 7, 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.

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 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Jose to Honolulu by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,723 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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 5 flights from San Jose (SJC) to Honolulu (HNL) per day to choose from. Flights to Honolulu from San Jose are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 20m 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, 30 users have taken a look at flights from San Jose to Honolulu.

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

    A quick flight from San Jose to Honolulu can take about 5h 45m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $329. The distance from San Jose to Honolulu is about 2413 mi. 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 San Jose to Honolulu round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Honolulu, with prices starting at $171. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $225 and $231, respectively. Delta is currently priced 62% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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: Alaska Airlines (89%), Qantas Airways (89%), Hawaiian Airlines (89%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $383 for a flight from San Jose to Honolulu. The cheapest flight overall is $164 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Honolulu) is currently priced at $286.

  • 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 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Honolulu

Discover the top 5 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$171Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$225Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$231Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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