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$124+ Cheap flights from California to Honolulu (HNL)

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LAX — HNL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Honolulu

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Round-trip from

$247
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$124
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$287

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$289 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Tue 9/28:30 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/52:10 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$245
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.
Thu 2/277:00 amLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/51:55 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$248
This Hawaiian Airlines 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/149:40 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/236:15 amHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$263
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Sat 5/178:50 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop5h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/243:35 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$265
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 2/273:50 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 01mDelta
Wed 3/511:25 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/19$267
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/179:00 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/257:45 amHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$268
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.
Tue 5/66:05 amSFO - HNL
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Tue 5/610:35 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 09mDelta
Deal found 2/20$272
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1811:36 amSJC - HNL
1 stop10h 46mDelta
Wed 3/197:00 amHNL - SJC
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/18$272
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Thu 11/66:14 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1011:45 pmHNL - LAX
Nonstop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$274
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Thu 2/275:20 pmLAX - HNL
Nonstop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/38:00 amHNL - LAX
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$278
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Thu 3/66:00 amSFO - HNL
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1212:05 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$279
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Thu 10/234:45 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/3010:30 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$281

Find flights from California to Honolulu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Honolulu 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

California

Fly to

Honolulu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/27

7:00 am-10:55 am

Nonstop5h 55m

Honolulu

Wed 3/5

1:55 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$248

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

8:30 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

Honolulu

Sat 5/10

7:40 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$258

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

9:40 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

Honolulu

Tue 9/23

6:15 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$263

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

8:50 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

Honolulu

Sat 5/24

3:35 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$265

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/27

3:50 pm-7:51 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

Honolulu

Wed 3/5

11:25 pm-6:46 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$267

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

9:00 am-11:59 am

Nonstop5h 59m

Honolulu

Tue 3/25

7:45 am-9:21 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$268

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

6:05 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 23m

Honolulu

Tue 5/6

10:35 pm-11:44 am

1 stop10h 09m

$272

San JoseHonolulu

SJC - HNL

SJCHNL

San Jose

Tue 3/18

11:36 am-7:22 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Honolulu

Wed 3/19

7:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$272

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/27

5:20 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Honolulu

Mon 3/3

8:00 am-5:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$278

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Honolulu

Wed 3/12

12:05 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$279

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Travel insights for flights from California to Honolulu

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from California to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 CA to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Honolulu. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Honolulu as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Honolulu

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Honolulu. 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 USCA to HNL are scheduled on a Wednesday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (60 on average).

Rainfall in Honolulu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Honolulu ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Honolulu when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Honolulu by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Honolulu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Honolulu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Honolulu. 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 Honolulu. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Honolulu. 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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,613 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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 into for flights to Honolulu from California?

    Most people fly into Honolulu (HNL) if they book a flight to Honolulu from California. Honolulu is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Honolulu’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Honolulu flight route?

    The California to Honolulu flight path was viewed by 509 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 California to Honolulu one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $124. Alaska Airlines flights start at $125 while deals on Southwest start at $139 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Honolulu, San Francisco - Honolulu or Ontario - Honolulu when deciding on the best route from California to Honolulu.

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

    Before booking your flight to Honolulu from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (98%), Southwest (97%), Air Tahiti Nui( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $109. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Honolulu) can be booked for $247 on average our data indicates $851 when flying from California to Honolulu.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from California to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 California to Honolulu

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Honolulu. 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
DeltaCheapest$114Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$149Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$168Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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