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$191+ Cheap flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San José (SJO)

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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HNL — SJO
ago. 18 — ago. 251
lun. 8/18
lun. 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Honolulu (HNL) to San José (SJO). 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 agosto 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$556
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$191
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$955
From Honolulu to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from Honolulu to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Honolulu to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 13, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/151:00 pmHNL - SJO
2 stops25h 47mCopa Airlines
dom. 10/265:55 pmSJO - HNL
2 stops30h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/12$556
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
lun. 9/228:43 pmHNL - SJO
2 stops22h 32mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/306:10 amSJO - HNL
2 stops34h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$679
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/128:00 amHNL - SJO
2 stops25h 54mCopa Airlines
lun. 10/205:55 pmSJO - HNL
2 stops29h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/12$721
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/1512:55 pmHNL - SJO
2 stops50h 05mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 10/251:11 amSJO - HNL
2 stops18h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$727
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
jue. 11/209:35 pmHNL - SJO
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/221:30 amSJO - HNL
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$730
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/1512:55 pmHNL - SJO
2 stops50h 05mAlaska Airlines
jue. 10/236:30 amSJO - HNL
1 stop34h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$741
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
mié. 10/158:36 pmHNL - SJO
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/251:11 amSJO - HNL
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$752

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Honolulu to San José 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 agosto 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Honolulu to San José that are best for you.

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Honolulu

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

mié. 10/15

1:00 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops20h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/23

5:55 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$556

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

mié. 10/15

1:00 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops25h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 10/26

5:55 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops30h 08m

$556

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

lun. 9/22

8:43 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 9/30

6:10 am-1:06 pm

2 stops34h 56m

$679

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

dom. 10/12

8:00 am-1:54 pm

2 stops25h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 10/20

5:55 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$721

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

mié. 10/15

12:55 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops50h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 10/25

1:11 am-3:44 pm

2 stops18h 33m

$727

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

jue. 11/20

9:35 pm-1:20 am

2 stops23h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/22

1:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop37h 35m

$730

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

mié. 10/15

12:55 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops50h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/23

6:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$741

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

mié. 10/15

8:36 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 10/25

1:11 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$752

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

jue. 11/20

9:35 am-1:20 am

3 stops35h 45m

$191

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

mié. 9/10

11:10 am-1:20 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$263

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Honolulu to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Honolulu to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 13, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Honolulu to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Honolulu to San José, San José Province?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated agosto 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Honolulu to San José 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Honolulu to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Honolulu to San José, San José Province round-trip from $556. Users have found that Copa Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu to San José 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 José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Honolulu to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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
Copa AirlinesCheapest$433Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$688Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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