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$129+ Cheap flights from Honolulu (HNL) to California

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HNL — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$248
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$129
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$281

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2311:15 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/297:00 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 9/222:10 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 10/410:30 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$250
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/2211:15 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 4/277:50 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$258
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2311:15 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/298:30 amSFO - HNL
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 2/2712:00 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Wed 3/55:55 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/19$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/127:00 amHNL - SFO
1 stop12h 23mDelta
Wed 3/269:21 amSFO - HNL
1 stop14h 32mDelta
Deal found 2/20$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/52:53 pmHNL - SJC
Nonstop5h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/126:21 pmSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 5/237:00 amHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/257:25 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$283
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/61:20 pmHNL - SJC
Nonstop5h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/129:20 amSJC - HNL
Nonstop5h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$285
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/226:30 pmHNL - LAX
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/48:30 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/26:30 amHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/99:15 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/42:00 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/131:15 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$292

Find flights from Honolulu to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Honolulu to California 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Honolulu

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 4/23

11:15 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$248

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Tue 4/22

11:15 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

7:50 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$258

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Wed 3/5

12:00 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/6

7:15 am-11:19 am

Nonstop6h 04m

$262

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 4/23

11:15 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

8:30 am-9:54 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$264

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 3/12

7:00 am-10:23 pm

1 stop12h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

9:21 am-8:53 pm

1 stop14h 32m

$277

HonoluluSan Jose

HNL - SJC

HNLSJC

Honolulu

Wed 3/5

2:53 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

San Jose

Wed 3/12

6:21 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop5h 54m

$278

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Wed 7/2

3:35 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/5

8:40 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$281

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Fri 5/23

7:00 am-3:04 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

7:25 am-9:59 am

Nonstop5h 34m

$283

HonoluluSan Jose

HNL - SJC

HNLSJC

Honolulu

Thu 3/6

1:20 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

San Jose

Wed 3/12

9:20 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$285

HonoluluLos Angeles

HNL - LAX

HNLLAX

Honolulu

Wed 4/2

6:30 am-3:03 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

9:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

$289

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Travel insights for flights from Honolulu to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Honolulu to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to California (average of $246). Flying from Honolulu to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Honolulu to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu to California. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from HNL to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Honolulu to California by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Honolulu to California?

    For a flight from Honolulu to California, you will be flying from Honolulu. Honolulu (HNL) is just 4.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Honolulu to California flight route?

    This flight path from Honolulu to California was viewed by 158 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $129. Southwest flights start at $134 while deals on Delta start at $134 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Honolulu to California?

    While some choose either Honolulu - Los Angeles or Honolulu - Ontario, Honolulu - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Honolulu to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Honolulu to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Honolulu, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aer Lingus (95%), Southwest (93%), China Southern( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Honolulu to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Honolulu to California is $134. On average you can expect to pay $1,107. The most popular route, (Honolulu - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $370.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Honolulu to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to California (average of $246). Flying from Honolulu to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu to California. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$121Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$135Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$151Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$243Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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