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$119+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO - HNL)

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Nov 30 — Dec 71
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The best prices from San Francisco to Honolulu are usually found in January or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 November 25, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$225
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$119
(Hawaiian Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 25, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/211:40 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 3/113:51 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/23$233
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Sun 12/156:46 pmSFO - HNL
1 stop18h 19mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/194:46 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/24$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/3110:09 amSFO - HNL
1 stop14h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/1410:40 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Sat 11/309:20 amSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 30mDelta
Thu 2/611:34 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/23$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/1110:12 amSFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/174:44 pmHNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/316:25 pmSFO - HNL
Nonstop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/1410:55 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$354

Find flights from San Francisco to Honolulu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,622,173 searches. Data last updated November 25, 2024.

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SFO - HNL

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San Francisco

Wed 2/5

9:47 am-1:59 pm

Nonstop6h 12m

Honolulu

Fri 2/7

4:56 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 11m

$225

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

9:45 am-3:04 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Honolulu

Wed 1/22

11:15 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop20h 21m

$232

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

7:45 am-11:30 am

Nonstop5h 45m

Honolulu

Thu 2/6

12:35 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$237

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

10:55 am-7:51 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Honolulu

Wed 1/29

7:15 am-7:50 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$250

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

1:10 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop10h 09m

Honolulu

Wed 1/15

2:25 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$278

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

6:45 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Honolulu

Mon 1/27

10:40 pm-10:48 am

1 stop10h 08m

$285

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

7:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$119

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

8:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$127

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

9:55 am-7:21 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$128

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 38m

$133

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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 San Francisco to Honolulu in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 San Francisco-Honolulu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Honolulu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Honolulu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Honolulu 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 San Francisco to Honolulu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Honolulu from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 25, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Honolulu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Honolulu

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 25, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to HNL are scheduled on a Saturday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 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 November 25, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Honolulu have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,475 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,734 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.9
Good
2,294 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,156 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu if you want to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu. At least 7 different airlines have flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) on a regular basis. There are 31 flights to Honolulu from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to HNL to be around 5h 28m.

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

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

    According to our current data, Hawaiian Airlines ($225), Alaska Airlines ($240), and Delta ($250) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Honolulu. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $119. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Honolulu for a low price.

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

    Consider Qatar Airways (100%), Singapore Airlines (100%) or Alaska Airlines (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Honolulu) can be booked for $189 on average our data indicates $1,338 when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Travelers can book a car rental at Los Angeles for about $43 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,622,173 searches. Data last updated November 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$121Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$158Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$170Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$224Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$503Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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