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$162+ Cheap flights from Honolulu to Los Angeles (HNL - LAX)

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HNL — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from Honolulu to Los Angeles

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Round-trip from

$310
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$486

Good round-trip deal

$407 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
From Honolulu to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3011:04 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/11:30 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$310
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.
Mon 8/410:42 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop13h 30mDelta
Tue 8/125:50 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/10$311
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/291:30 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/111:45 amLAX - HNL
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$313
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1010:45 amHNL - LAX
1 stop10h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 10/185:45 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$319
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:43 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 17mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/55:41 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$328
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/219:10 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSouthwest
Mon 8/257:25 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$345
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/179:15 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/245:41 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$361

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HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Sat 8/30

11:04 pm-11:43 am

1 stop9h 39m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

1:30 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop5h 48m

$310

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Mon 8/4

10:42 pm-3:12 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

5:50 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

$311

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Fri 8/29

1:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

11:45 am-6:33 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$313

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Fri 10/10

10:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

5:45 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop5h 48m

$319

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Wed 8/27

8:43 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 17m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-9:48 am

Nonstop5h 48m

$328

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Thu 8/21

9:10 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop5h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/25

7:25 am-10:20 am

Nonstop5h 55m

$345

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Sun 8/17

9:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop9h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

5:41 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$361

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Mon 9/15

7:40 am-4:01 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$162

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Fri 8/29

8:43 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 17m

$163

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Fri 9/5

1:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

$165

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The best insider tips for Honolulu to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Honolulu to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines

Enjoy free meals on daytime flights, including a hot sandwich and local beverages.


First Class offers lie-flat seats on Boeing 787 and A330 aircraft for extra comfort.

United Airlines

United First includes priority perks and two free checked bags on domestic flights.


Basic Economy allows a personal item only, no carry-on bags, unless exceptions apply.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort.


Saver Fare allows carry-on bags, unlike many basic economy options.

Airports
HNL

Expect long security lines at Terminal 2. Arrive early and consider using Clear or TSA PreCheck to save time.

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
LAX

For rideshare pickups at LAX, follow green signs to the LAX-it station via free shuttle buses from terminals.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
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Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Expert on LAX

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HNL

Yulia Denisyuk

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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Best time to book a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Honolulu with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

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

The best time to book flights from Honolulu to Los Angeles is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Honolulu to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 HNL to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Honolulu to Los Angeles in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Honolulu to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Honolulu to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu to Los Angeles. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from HNL to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (82 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Honolulu to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Honolulu to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Honolulu. Booking flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 79 daily flights to Los Angeles from 6 different airlines. 5h 15m is how long a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Honolulu to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Honolulu to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $310, American Airlines will fly you from Honolulu to Los Angeles and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $311 and $313, respectively. You may be able to fly from Honolulu to Los Angeles for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Honolulu to Los Angeles one-way?

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hawaiian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $165 and $175, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Honolulu, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (100%), Qatar Airways (99%), KLM( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles is generally $1,304, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $154. When looking at the most popular route, (Honolulu - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $260 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Honolulu to Los Angeles flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Honolulu to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Honolulu to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu to Los Angeles 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 Honolulu to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Honolulu to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 Honolulu to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$135Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$158Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$231Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$301Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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