Honolulu

$159+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Honolulu (SJC - HNL)

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SJC — HNL
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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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 March 17, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:00 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop7h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/137:32 am
HNL
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SJC
1 stop10h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$298
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:00 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop11h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/49:30 pm
HNL
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SJC
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/207:10 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop9h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/2910:59 am
HNL
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SJC
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/199:00 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop10h 30m
Southwest
Wed 4/299:25 pm
HNL
-
SJC
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:10 am
SJC
-
HNL
1 stop9h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/221:50 pm
HNL
-
SJC
1 stop7h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 4/288:05 am
SJC
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/2910:59 am
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/14$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/1912:25 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop11h 35m
Southwest
Thu 4/238:10 am
HNL
-
SJC
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/307:00 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop12h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/711:19 am
HNL
-
SJC
1 stop7h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/218:15 am
SJC
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HNL
Nonstop5h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2910:59 am
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 4/288:05 am
SJC
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HNL
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/57:23 am
HNL
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SJC
1 stop8h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Wed 4/152:29 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop9h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/237:00 am
HNL
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SJC
1 stop10h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$310

Find 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 March 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$159
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$462

Good round-trip deal

$422 or less

Good one-way deal

$239 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Honolulu flight deals.
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From San Jose to Honolulu
One-way flight from San Jose to Honolulu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Jose to Honolulu.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Jose to Honolulu.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Honolulu that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 4/28

7:13 am-3:13 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Honolulu

Wed 4/29

10:59 am-7:18 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$322

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 4/28

12:44 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Honolulu

Wed 4/29

8:04 am-12:06 am

1 stop13h 02m

$366

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-3:21 pm

1 stop11h 21m

Honolulu

Mon 5/4

9:30 pm-9:44 am

2 stops9h 14m

$377

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sun 4/12

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Honolulu

Sun 4/19

8:50 pm-11:00 am

2 stops11h 10m

$402
Quickest round-trip

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sun 4/19

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Honolulu

Mon 4/27

8:15 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$411

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-4:48 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Honolulu

Mon 4/27

7:45 pm-9:44 am

2 stops10h 59m

$477

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 4/7

9:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Honolulu

Tue 4/7

10:40 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$479

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sat 5/9

12:44 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops12h 44m

Honolulu

Sun 5/17

7:55 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$482

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Thu 4/9

6:05 am-4:05 pm

2 stops13h 00m

Honolulu

Tue 4/14

9:05 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$516

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 6/9

12:59 pm-6:43 am

2 stops20h 44m

Honolulu

Mon 6/15

5:36 am-7:25 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$536

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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, California-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, California-Honolulu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Honolulu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-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 San Jose, California-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, California 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 March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose, California to Honolulu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 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 San Jose, California to Honolulu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Honolulu (average of $185). Flying from San Jose, California to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 March 17, 2026.

When flying from San Jose, California to Honolulu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

The best insider tips for San Jose to Honolulu flights

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HNL

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

Expert on SJC

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.

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 March 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

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 2 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, California to Honolulu flight route?

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Southwest fly from San Jose, California to Honolulu in about 9h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h. San Jose, California and Honolulu are separated by a distance of 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, California to Honolulu round-trip?

    Delta, at $153, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose, California to Honolulu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Delta is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose, California to Honolulu are Alaska Airlines ($118), Alaska Airlines ($129), and Delta ($138).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Jose, California 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, California to Honolulu on time: Alaska Airlines (95%), Qantas Airways (95%), Hawaiian Airlines (95%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $376 for a flight from San Jose, California to Honolulu. The cheapest flight overall is $178 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Honolulu) is currently priced at $295.

  • 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, California to Honolulu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Honolulu (average of $185). Flying from San Jose, California to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 March 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$153Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$256Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$288Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$344Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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