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$222+ 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — HNL
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$428
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$225
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$573

Good round-trip deal

$511 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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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 junio 12, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
vie. 9/57:00 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 20mHawaiian Airlines
mar. 9/99:49 amHNL - SJC
1 stop9h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$428
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
dom. 8/317:00 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 20mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 9/67:20 amHNL - SJC
1 stop12h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
sáb. 11/1510:30 amSJC - HNL
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
sáb. 11/222:50 pmHNL - SJC
Nonstop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$445
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/68:58 amSJC - HNL
1 stop10h 35mDelta
mié. 8/610:42 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop11h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/10$458
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mié. 8/136:00 amSJC - HNL
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/179:11 pmHNL - SJC
1 stop18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$465

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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 junio 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 Jose

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Honolulu

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San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

vie. 9/5

7:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop5h 20m

Honolulu

mar. 9/9

9:49 am-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$428

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

dom. 8/31

7:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop5h 20m

Honolulu

sáb. 9/6

7:20 am-10:36 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$429

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

sáb. 11/15

10:30 am-9:00 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Honolulu

sáb. 11/22

2:50 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$445

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

mié. 8/6

8:58 am-4:33 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Honolulu

mié. 8/6

10:42 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$458

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

mié. 8/13

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Honolulu

dom. 8/17

9:11 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$465

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

lun. 9/29

7:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$222

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

vie. 11/7

7:00 am-10:38 am

Nonstop5h 38m

$223

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

mié. 8/6

11:15 am-8:25 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$225

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

mar. 8/5

7:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$237

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

vie. 6/20

6:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$414

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The best insider tips for San Jose to Honolulu flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Jose to Honolulu trip
Airports
SJC

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

Read more about SJCby Daniel Scheffler
HNL

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

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

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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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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on SJC

Daniel Scheffler

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Honolulu from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 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 junio 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 June 8, 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from SJC to HNL are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 junio 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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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 3 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 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, 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 Hawaiian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Honolulu, with prices starting at $428. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $429 and $458, respectively.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $225. Alaska Airlines flights start at $227 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $229 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: Qantas Airways (92%), Southwest (92%), Alaska Airlines (87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,339 for a flight from San Jose to Honolulu. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Honolulu) is currently priced at $376.

  • 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$154Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$214Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$225Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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