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$233+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Honolulu (HNL)

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ORD — HNL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$466
(Delta)

One-way from

$233
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$588

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$1,024 or less

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$582 or less
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 3/76:45 amORD - HNL
2 stops19h 11mDelta
Sun 3/99:45 pmHNL - ORD
2 stops13h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/21$466
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/87:20 amORD - HNL
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/151:05 pmHNL - ORD
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$467
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 3/87:45 amORD - HNL
1 stop31h 20mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/173:51 pmHNL - ORD
1 stop20h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$490
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 9/57:30 pmSTL - HNL
1 stop23h 50mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/1910:40 amHNL - STL
1 stop22h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$496
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 5/76:45 amSTL - HNL
1 stop12h 30mDelta
Mon 5/129:38 pmHNL - STL
2 stops15h 23mDelta
Deal found 2/20$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/75:15 amSTL - HNL
1 stop11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/146:12 amHNL - STL
1 stop11h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$508
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/36:00 amMDW - HNL
1 stop12h 56mDelta
Mon 3/103:50 pmHNL - MDW
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/22$510
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/183:16 pmORD - HNL
1 stop11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/259:41 pmHNL - ORD
1 stop13h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$511
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Wed 5/77:00 amSTL - HNL
2 stops14h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/129:40 pmHNL - STL
2 stops13h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$514
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Tue 4/17:25 amMDW - HNL
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/88:40 pmHNL - MDW
2 stops22h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$518
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Thu 3/69:35 amMDW - HNL
1 stop13h 00mSouthwest
Sun 3/91:55 pmHNL - MDW
1 stop16h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$540
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Fri 2/286:15 amORD - HNL
2 stops16h 30mSouthwest
Sat 3/89:30 amHNL - ORD
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$575

Find flights from Illinois to Honolulu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 22, 2025.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Honolulu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHonolulu

ORD - HNL

ORDHNL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

6:45 am-9:56 pm

2 stops19h 11m

Honolulu

Sun 3/9

9:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$466

ChicagoHonolulu

ORD - HNL

ORDHNL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

7:20 am-8:50 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Honolulu

Tue 4/15

1:05 pm-4:44 pm

2 stops22h 39m

$467

ChicagoHonolulu

ORD - HNL

ORDHNL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/8

7:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop31h 20m

Honolulu

Mon 3/17

3:51 pm-4:58 pm

1 stop20h 07m

$490

St. LouisHonolulu

STL - HNL

STLHNL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/7

6:45 am-2:15 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Honolulu

Mon 5/12

9:38 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops15h 23m

$500

St. LouisHonolulu

STL - HNL

STLHNL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/7

5:15 am-12:13 pm

1 stop11h 58m

Honolulu

Wed 5/14

6:12 am-11:04 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$508

ChicagoHonolulu

MDW - HNL

MDWHNL

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

6:00 am-2:56 pm

1 stop12h 56m

Honolulu

Mon 3/10

3:50 pm-8:45 am

1 stop11h 55m

$510

ChicagoHonolulu

ORD - HNL

ORDHNL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

3:16 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Honolulu

Tue 3/25

9:41 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$511

St. LouisHonolulu

STL - HNL

STLHNL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/7

7:00 am-4:16 pm

2 stops14h 16m

Honolulu

Mon 5/12

9:40 pm-3:47 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$514

ChicagoHonolulu

MDW - HNL

MDWHNL

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

7:25 am-8:55 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Honolulu

Tue 4/8

8:40 pm-12:21 am

2 stops22h 41m

$518

St. LouisHonolulu

STL - HNL

STLHNL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/26

6:44 am-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 16m

Honolulu

Thu 4/3

8:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$522

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Honolulu

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Honolulu

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 22, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Honolulu, 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 Illinois to Honolulu

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 22, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to HNL are scheduled on a Thursday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Illinois to Honolulu have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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

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

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

    Honolulu (HNL), located 4.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Honolulu.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Honolulu are Delta ($233), Alaska Airlines ($248), and American Airlines ($253).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Honolulu are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Honolulu, Chicago Midway - Honolulu and Lambert-St Louis - Honolulu.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Honolulu?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Honolulu is $502. On average you can expect to pay $1,451. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Honolulu), can usually be booked for $443.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Illinois 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Honolulu

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$413Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$421Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$421Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$522Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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