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$199+ Cheap flights from Honolulu to San Francisco (HNL - SFO)

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Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Sun 8/10
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Cheap flight deals from Honolulu to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$338
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$199
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$525

Good round-trip deal

$560 or less

Good one-way deal

$286 or less
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This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 11/611:07 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 11/117:52 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/269:40 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/311:25 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 11/68:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop12h 10mSouthwest
Tue 11/115:30 amSFO - HNL
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$342
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/259:30 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop18h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/18:04 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/2510:42 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop14h 13mDelta
Wed 9/310:31 amSFO - HNL
1 stop11h 34mDelta
Deal found 7/29$375

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Honolulu to San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Honolulu to San Francisco that are best for you.

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HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 9/4

11:56 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 13m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

8:04 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

$338

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Tue 8/26

9:40 pm-9:29 am

1 stop8h 49m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

1:25 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$339

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 10/9

11:37 pm-7:49 am

Nonstop5h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

8:35 am-11:03 am

Nonstop5h 28m

$357

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 9/4

8:15 am-10:40 pm

2 stops11h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$363

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Mon 8/25

10:42 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop14h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

10:31 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$375

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Sat 8/30

11:56 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 13m

$199

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Fri 9/26

6:17 am-6:49 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$204

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Tue 9/2

9:40 pm-9:29 am

1 stop8h 49m

$212

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Tue 8/26

9:10 pm-9:15 am

1 stop9h 05m

$219

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Tue 9/2

10:42 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop14h 13m

$222

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The best insider tips for Honolulu to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Honolulu to San Francisco trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for a more comfortable flight.


United's Basic Economy restricts carry-ons, but Premier members are exceptions.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for added comfort.


Saver Fare allows a carry-on, unlike many basic economy options, but no seat selection.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader
Airports
HNL

Expect up to 1 hour for security at Terminal 2. Consider arriving early to avoid delays.

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco, taking about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

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

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

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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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 San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco 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 Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Honolulu to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Honolulu to San Francisco is 70 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 San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Honolulu to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Honolulu to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco. 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from HNL to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Honolulu to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 San Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco if you want to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 32 flights to San Francisco from the Honolulu airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from HNL to SFO to be around 5h 02m.

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

    Within the past month, 66 users have taken a look at flights from Honolulu to San Francisco.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Honolulu to San Francisco round-trip from $338. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $339, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $357. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $199 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $204 and $212, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Honolulu, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (96%), Air China (94%), SWISS( 93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Honolulu to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,621, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $196. The most popular route (Honolulu - San Francisco), is priced around $254.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Honolulu to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Honolulu to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu to San Francisco. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$138Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$183Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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