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$145+ Cheap flights from Honolulu to San Francisco (HNL - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HNL — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Honolulu to San Francisco are usually found in January or December, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Honolulu to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$248
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$145
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$362

Good round-trip deal

$390 or less

Good one-way deal

$231 or less
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Cheapest flights from Honolulu to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Honolulu to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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 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 2/20. 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 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 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.
Sun 3/99:32 pmHNL - SFO
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/1011:34 amSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$344
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/128:20 amHNL - SFO
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Tue 4/15:20 amSFO - HNL
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$352

Find flights from Honolulu to San Francisco within your budget

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Honolulu

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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

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 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 Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Sun 3/9

9:32 pm-9:40 am

1 stop9h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

11:34 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$344

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 3/12

8:20 am-11:05 pm

2 stops11h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

5:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$352

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Mon 3/24

10:28 pm-9:33 am

1 stop8h 05m

$145

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 3/5

4:51 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$149

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 3/13

3:30 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$155

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Compare providers for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

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 Honolulu to San Francisco in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 Honolulu-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Honolulu-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Honolulu-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Honolulu-San Francisco 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 Honolulu-San Francisco 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 Honolulu to San Francisco

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Honolulu to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Honolulu to San Francisco is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Honolulu to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Honolulu to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco. 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 SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. 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 San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco if you want to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 26 flights to San Francisco from the Honolulu airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from HNL to SFO to be around 5h 00m.

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

    Within the past month, 69 users have taken a look at flights from Honolulu to San Francisco.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Honolulu to San Francisco round-trip from $248. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $268, and Delta, from $277. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $145 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hawaiian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $149 and $155, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Honolulu, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (97%), Turkish Airlines (97%), Air New Zealand( 93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Honolulu to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,189, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $135. The most popular route (Honolulu - San Francisco), is priced around $258.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Honolulu to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 Honolulu to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu to San Francisco. 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$138Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$173Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$180Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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