Honolulu

$160+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Honolulu (SAN - HNL)

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SAN — HNL
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Honolulu are usually found in February or January, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Honolulu (HNL). 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 October 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$160
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$425

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 10, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:37 amSAN - HNL
1 stop11h 08mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/2012:40 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/7$309
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1011:53 amSAN - HNL
1 stop8h 56mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/2111:28 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/9$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:00 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/97:45 pmHNL - SAN
2 stops15h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/7$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 11/107:59 pmSAN - HNL
1 stop17h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/199:25 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop7h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/9$321
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/71:45 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/108:10 amHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/8$322
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:25 amSAN - HNL
1 stop13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/148:10 amHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/8$329
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:00 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 21mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/87:45 pmHNL - SAN
2 stops12h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/9$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:58 amSAN - HNL
1 stop11h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/311:30 pmHNL - SAN
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$332
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Mon 12/81:45 pmSAN - HNL
Nonstop6h 21mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/1511:30 pmHNL - SAN
Nonstop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/6$333

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 October 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Honolulu that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Honolulu

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San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 10/30

11:02 am-7:39 pm

2 stops11h 37m

Honolulu

Tue 11/4

8:00 am-7:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$342

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 11/11

6:15 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Honolulu

Mon 11/17

10:50 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$342

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 11/17

1:45 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Wed 11/26

5:36 am-11:57 pm

1 stop16h 21m

$354

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 11/4

6:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Honolulu

Fri 11/7

10:50 pm-10:21 am

1 stop9h 31m

$354

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Wed 12/10

10:25 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Honolulu

Wed 12/17

7:00 am-8:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$357

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 11/17

1:45 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Mon 11/24

8:31 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$360

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 11/6

1:45 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Thu 11/13

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$360

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 12/4

11:02 am-10:30 pm

2 stops13h 28m

Honolulu

Mon 12/8

8:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$363

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 12/4

6:15 am-11:50 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Honolulu

Tue 12/9

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$363

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Thu 10/30

1:45 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Tue 11/4

5:40 am-7:38 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$365

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Honolulu in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 San Diego-Honolulu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Honolulu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Honolulu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Honolulu 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 San Diego-Honolulu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on October 3, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Honolulu, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Honolulu (average of $196). Flying from San Diego to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 SAN to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 October 10, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Honolulu in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on October 5, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Honolulu flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for San Diego to Honolulu flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Honolulu trip
Airports
SAN

Plan for traffic congestion around SAN, especially during peak times. Arrive early to avoid a last-minute dash to your gate.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
HNL

For a quick ride to Waikiki, rideshare apps are convenient and often cheaper than taxis. Pick-up is at Terminal 1 and 2 Departures.

Read more about HNLby Yulia Denisyuk
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HNL

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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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 October 10, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Diego to Honolulu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Honolulu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Honolulu?

    Booking a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Honolulu (HNL) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Diego to Honolulu. On a typical day, there are 8 flights from San Diego to Honolulu, all of which are around 6h 05m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from San Diego to Honolulu.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Honolulu flight route?

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

    A quick flight from San Diego to Honolulu can take about 6h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $354. The distance from San Diego to Honolulu is about 2608 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Honolulu round-trip from $203. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $216, and American Airlines, from $282. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Honolulu for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Honolulu?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Honolulu are Southwest (95%), Alaska Airlines (63%) and Hawaiian Airlines (63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Honolulu?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Honolulu is $171. On average you can expect to pay $802. The most popular route, (San Diego - Honolulu), can usually be booked for $274.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Honolulu?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in San Francisco?

    Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are currently the most popular points of interest in San Francisco at the moment. Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium can be accessed by traveling approximately 13.0 mi, 11.6 mi, and 11.1 mi, respectively from San Francisco. Those on a layover in San Francisco in need of a rental car can book one at San Francisco for about $57.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Honolulu flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Honolulu?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Honolulu (average of $196). Flying from San Diego to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 San Diego to Honolulu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$203Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$282Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$296Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$297Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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