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$119+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — HNL
Feb 20 — Feb 271
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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 January 21, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/41:55 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop9h 33m
Delta
Thu 3/58:00 am
HNL
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SJC
1 stop7h 33m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$251
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/29:25 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop10h 46m
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue 3/102:02 pm
HNL
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SJC
Nonstop5h 13m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/93:37 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop8h 16m
Delta
Wed 3/1810:40 pm
HNL
-
SJC
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$256
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/109:25 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop9h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/122:02 pm
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/610:59 am
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
Thu 5/1410:43 am
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$264
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/269:25 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop8h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/53:02 pm
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$265
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/22:53 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop8h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/43:02 pm
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$266
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/67:00 am
SJC
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HNL
Nonstop5h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/122:02 pm
HNL
-
SJC
Nonstop5h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/267:15 am
SJC
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HNL
1 stop16h 39m
Delta
Wed 3/49:35 pm
HNL
-
SJC
1 stop8h 43m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 5/42:51 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop9h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1410:43 am
HNL
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SJC
Nonstop5h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 4/283:41 pm
SJC
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HNL
1 stop22h 29m
Delta
Mon 5/410:45 pm
HNL
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SJC
1 stop13h 16m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$270

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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$427

Good round-trip deal

$287 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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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 ($83 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Jose to Honolulu.
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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 January 21, 2026.
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

Wed 2/25

2:25 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Honolulu

Mon 3/2

11:37 pm-10:55 am

1 stop9h 18m

$256

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 2/23

1:55 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Honolulu

Sun 3/1

9:35 pm-8:18 am

1 stop8h 43m

$286

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sun 3/1

1:55 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Honolulu

Wed 3/4

11:37 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$286

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 5/6

2:51 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Honolulu

Wed 5/13

11:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$296

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Mon 5/18

7:00 am-4:58 pm

1 stop12h 58m

Honolulu

Fri 5/22

3:02 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop19h 32m

$303

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Thu 3/19

7:00 am-3:21 pm

1 stop11h 21m

Honolulu

Wed 3/25

12:10 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$307

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop5h 50m

Honolulu

Mon 3/2

5:40 am-10:46 pm

1 stop15h 06m

$312

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-8:34 pm

1 stop16h 34m

Honolulu

Sat 5/9

10:59 am-7:18 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$312

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Sun 2/22

1:55 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Honolulu

Sat 3/7

9:35 pm-7:16 am

1 stop7h 41m

$316

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 2/24

9:25 am-5:11 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Honolulu

Sat 2/28

9:20 am-10:46 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$317

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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 January 16, 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 28 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2026.
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.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

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 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 Delta fly from San Jose, California to Honolulu in about 9h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San Jose, California and Honolulu are separated by a distance of 2413 mi.

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

    Delta, at $148, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose, California to Honolulu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Delta is priced at 69% 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 ($129), Hawaiian Airlines ($138), 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: Southwest (94%), Qantas Airways (93%), Hawaiian Airlines (93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $417 for a flight from San Jose, California to Honolulu. The cheapest flight overall is $118 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Honolulu) is currently priced at $237.

  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$148Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$266Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$287Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$302Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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