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$315+ 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HNL — SJO
May 11 — May 181
Mon 5/11
Mon 5/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Honolulu to San José

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 April 11, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Sun 10/47:50 am
HNL
-
SJO
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/95:05 am
SJO
-
HNL
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$739
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Sun 5/1711:39 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/2712:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
1 stop26h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$778
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Wed 5/208:34 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop22h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/2712:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
1 stop26h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$798
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Sun 5/1711:39 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3112:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
1 stop14h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$799
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Wed 5/1311:39 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/1612:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
1 stop23h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$817
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Wed 5/208:34 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop22h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3112:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
1 stop14h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$819
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 5/188:34 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop22h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/2712:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
2 stops17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$822
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 5/2111:39 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/2712:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
2 stops17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$827
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/128:34 pm
HNL
-
SJO
1 stop22h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/2412:53 am
SJO
-
HNL
2 stops15h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$828

Find flight deals from Honolulu to San José

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 April 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$739
(Expedia)

One-way from

$315
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$868
Provider with most accurate pricing for Honolulu-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Honolulu to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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One-way flight from Honolulu to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 April 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Honolulu to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Sun 5/3

7:30 am-11:45 pm

1 stop12h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

12:55 am-2:41 pm

2 stops17h 46m

$857

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Tue 4/21

6:41 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop22h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

6:30 am-9:37 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$893

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Fri 4/24

8:34 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop23h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

12:55 am-5:48 pm

2 stops20h 53m

$893

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Fri 4/24

10:16 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops19h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/3

11:35 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops18h 02m

$898
Quickest round-trip

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Tue 4/21

1:25 pm-7:15 am

1 stop13h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

8:45 am-7:20 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$908

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Fri 5/15

12:10 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops31h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/21

12:53 am-1:01 pm

1 stop16h 08m

$928

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Fri 5/15

12:10 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops31h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/30

12:53 am-10:24 pm

2 stops25h 31m

$928

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Wed 5/20

8:34 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop22h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/30

12:53 am-11:46 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$950
Cheapest one-way

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Mon 10/5

8:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$315

HonoluluSan José

HNL - SJO

HNLSJO

Honolulu

Fri 5/1

8:34 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$346

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Compare providers for flights from Honolulu to San José

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 José in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Honolulu-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Honolulu-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Honolulu-San José 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 José 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 José

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San José (average of $301). Flying from Honolulu to San José in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,024). 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.

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

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 April 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,569 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Honolulu to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    American Airlines can get you from Honolulu to San José in just under 22h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Honolulu and San José are separated by a distance of 4924 mi.

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

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at $295. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $545 round trip. Copa Airlines is priced at 66% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

  • 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San José (average of $301). Flying from Honolulu to San José in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,024). 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 2 airlines flying from Honolulu to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu to San José. 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 April 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$295Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$545Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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