San Diego

$179+ Cheap flights from Honolulu to San Diego (HNL - SAN)

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HNL — SAN
ene. 11 — ene. 181
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Cheapest flights from Honolulu to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Honolulu to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/2411:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/15:00 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$358
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/2411:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/55:13 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/2311:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/309:41 amSAN - HNL
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/2311:59 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/76:15 amSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$376
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/309:34 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop7h 46mAlaska Airlines
mar. 1/65:00 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/2312:45 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/3111:12 amSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2911:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
mié. 1/711:49 amSAN - HNL
1 stop12h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/2411:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/305:00 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/179:55 amHNL - SAN
2 stops11h 47mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/54:00 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$387
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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. 12/2811:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/15:00 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$388
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
vie. 12/1211:30 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/107:03 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/2711:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
jue. 1/811:12 amSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$392

Find flight deals from Honolulu to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$331
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$473

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Honolulu-San Diego flight deals.
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From Honolulu to San Diego
One-way flight from Honolulu to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Honolulu to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Honolulu to San Diego.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Honolulu to San Diego 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Honolulu to San Diego that are best for you.

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Honolulu

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

vie. 1/23

8:00 am-7:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

San Diego

vie. 2/6

6:15 am-3:10 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$343

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

vie. 1/23

9:00 am-9:46 pm

1 stop10h 46m

San Diego

vie. 2/6

5:00 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

$344

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

vie. 2/27

5:40 am-8:22 pm

1 stop12h 42m

San Diego

sáb. 3/7

5:00 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop6h 26m

$344

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

jue. 2/26

7:45 pm-7:16 am

1 stop9h 31m

San Diego

sáb. 3/7

5:00 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop6h 26m

$344

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

jue. 2/12

12:55 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

San Diego

mar. 2/17

10:09 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 21m

$352

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

dom. 2/1

2:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 40m

San Diego

vie. 2/6

6:15 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$357

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

dom. 2/15

10:00 pm-8:51 am

1 stop8h 51m

$179

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

dom. 2/8

10:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$179

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

dom. 2/15

12:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$179

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

mié. 2/11

11:00 pm-8:51 am

1 stop7h 51m

$179

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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 Honolulu to San Diego in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice 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 Honolulu-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Honolulu-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Honolulu-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Honolulu-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Honolulu-San Diego 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 Honolulu to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Honolulu with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Honolulu to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Honolulu to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Honolulu to San Diego, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego (average of $158). Flying from Honolulu to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 SAN?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Honolulu to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Honolulu to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Honolulu to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Honolulu to San Diego flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Honolulu to San Diego flights

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

Expect up to 1-hour security lines at HNL's Terminal 2. Arrive early to ensure a smooth departure process.

SAN

Use the free San Diego Flyer shuttle for convenient transport between SAN and the Old Town Transit Center.

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Expert on SAN

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated diciembre 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Honolulu to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Honolulu to San Diego. 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 San Diego?

    To fly from Honolulu to San Diego, you need to book a flight from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN). Nonstop flights to San Diego from Honolulu take 5h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 9 outbound flights from Honolulu to San Diego offered by 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Honolulu to San Diego flight route?

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

    United Airlines can get you from Honolulu to San Diego in just under 9h 54m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Honolulu and San Diego are separated by a distance of 2608 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Honolulu to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $151, Delta will fly you from Honolulu to San Diego and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $211 and $292, respectively. You may be able to fly from Honolulu to San Diego for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $138. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Honolulu to San Diego for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Honolulu to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Honolulu to San Diego consider choosing Southwest (76%), Korean Air (63%) or Hawaiian Airlines (62%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Honolulu to San Diego? While on average our users pay $678, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $166. The most popular route (Honolulu - San Diego), is priced around $292.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Honolulu to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Honolulu to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Honolulu to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego (average of $158). Flying from Honolulu to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$151Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$297Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$297Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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