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$164+ Cheap flights from Honolulu to San Diego (HNL - SAN)

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HNL — SAN
Apr 14 — Apr 211
Tue 4/14
Tue 4/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/42:25 pm
HNL
-
SAN
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:30 pm
SAN
-
HNL
1 stop15h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$302
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2710:00 pm
HNL
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/45:10 pm
SAN
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/307:23 am
HNL
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/32:18 pm
SAN
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$312
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.
Thu 4/2310:29 am
HNL
-
SAN
1 stop8h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/275:10 pm
SAN
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$313
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 4/2710:00 pm
HNL
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/42:18 pm
SAN
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$314
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2110:34 am
HNL
-
SAN
1 stop7h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/295:10 pm
SAN
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$315
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2112:10 pm
HNL
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/285:10 pm
SAN
-
HNL
Nonstop6h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/14$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/163:50 pm
HNL
-
SAN
1 stop10h 20m
Southwest
Sun 4/199:45 am
SAN
-
HNL
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$317
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 5/139:02 pm
HNL
-
SAN
1 stop6h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:30 pm
SAN
-
HNL
1 stop15h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$320
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/143:02 pm
HNL
-
SAN
1 stop15h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:30 pm
SAN
-
HNL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$321

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 March 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$164
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$560

Good round-trip deal

$468 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 March 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Honolulu to San Diego that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Thu 4/16

3:50 pm-5:10 am

1 stop10h 20m

San Diego

Sun 4/19

6:00 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

$312

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Tue 5/5

10:00 pm-6:40 am

Nonstop5h 40m

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:51 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$322

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Tue 5/5

3:05 pm-7:15 am

1 stop13h 10m

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:51 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$327

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Mon 4/27

5:25 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 45m

San Diego

Mon 5/4

9:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$352

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Tue 4/7

5:25 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 45m

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:00 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

$388
Quickest round-trip

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Wed 5/13

9:25 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 30m

San Diego

Mon 5/18

6:00 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

$406

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Thu 4/16

9:30 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop18h 34m

San Diego

Wed 4/22

5:10 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

$413

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Thu 4/16

11:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

San Diego

Wed 4/22

11:01 am-7:20 pm

2 stops11h 19m

$432
Cheapest one-way

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Mon 4/20

3:40 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop26h 18m

$170

HonoluluSan Diego

HNL - SAN

HNLSAN

Honolulu

Mon 5/11

11:59 pm-7:41 pm

2 stops16h 42m

$204

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Compare providers for flights from Honolulu to San Diego

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 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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Honolulu-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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 March 13, 2026.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego (average of $178). Flying from Honolulu to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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 March 15, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Honolulu to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

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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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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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 March 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,050 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,839 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,426 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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 6 different airlines.

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

    Flights from Honolulu to San Diego have been viewed 30 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from Honolulu to San Diego in just under 5h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 40m. Honolulu and San Diego are separated by a distance of 2608 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $205, United Airlines will fly you from Honolulu to San Diego and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $211 and $287, respectively. You may be able to fly from Honolulu to San Diego for 58% 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 Alaska 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 Fiji Airways (93%), Hawaiian Airlines (82%) or Alaska Airlines (76%) 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 $453, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $188. The most popular route (Honolulu - San Diego), is priced around $305.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego (average of $178). Flying from Honolulu to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu to San Diego. 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$211Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$287Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$296Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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