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₹ 10,887 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu departing on 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO-HNL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu

Mon, 13 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:47 - 22:22SFO-HNL
5h 35mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
23:37 - 07:49HNL-SFO
5h 12mdirect
₹ 21,346Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 3 Dec
United Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:20SFO-HNL
5h 35mdirect
United Airlines Logo
23:30 - 06:36HNL-SFO
5h 06mdirect
₹ 21,775United Airlines
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Tue, 9 Sep - Wed, 15 Oct
Delta Logo
10:31 - 19:05SFO-HNL
11h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 13:18HNL-SFO
12h 23m1 stop
₹ 22,118Delta
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Thu, 4 Sep - Fri, 5 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:04 - 22:41SFO-HNL
5h 37mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:17 - 18:49HNL-SFO
9h 32m1 stop
₹ 22,204Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 1 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:52 - 22:25SFO-HNL
5h 33mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
23:07 - 06:15HNL-SFO
5h 08mdirect
₹ 22,289Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 3 Nov - Tue, 4 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:52 - 23:25SFO-HNL
5h 33mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
09:00 - 22:40HNL-SFO
11h 40m1 stop
₹ 22,632Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 11 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:04 - 22:41SFO-HNL
5h 37mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
21:30 - 18:49HNL-SFO
18h 19m1 stop
₹ 22,718Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 12 Sep - Tue, 14 Oct
Delta Logo
12:30 - 20:30SFO-HNL
11h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:38 - 20:21HNL-SFO
19h 43m1 stop
₹ 22,804Delta
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Thu, 11 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
20:04 - 22:41SFO-HNL
5h 37mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
23:56 - 08:09HNL-SFO
5h 13mdirect
₹ 25,718Hawaiian Airlines
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
20:04 - 22:41SFO-HNL
5h 37mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:00 - 21:38HNL-SFO
9h 38m1 stop
₹ 26,147Hawaiian Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Honolulu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Honolulu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu is January, where tickets cost ₹ 29,662 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 46,122 and ₹ 45,950 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Honolulu?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at ₹ 49,844 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu, you should book around 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonJuly
Cheapest flight₹ 10,887
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Honolulu

When to book flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to Honolulu 
LawrenceFlew with United AirlinesSFO-HNLMay 2025
Get to your gate early!!! Very little seating at/near gates 19, 20, 21 and 22. The last couple of flights, American boarding (very different gates) has been very straightforward. The last time on United, boarding at gate 19 was bedlam. Really going to look hard before scheduling on United next time!!!
William DrewFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-HNLNov 2024
Arrive at least two hours before your flight.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

  • Can I fly from San Francisco to Honolulu non-stop?

    Yes, you can. Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu usually take about 5.5 hours; they are also quite popular, which means the connection between these two cities is served by a number of airlines including United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Copa Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines.

  • How do I get from downtown San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport?

    If you are flying from San Francisco International Airport you can simply take advantage of the city’s rich transportation network. Indeed, downtown San Fran is connected to the airport by a number of bus lines and Amtrak connections running between the two places multiple times a day.

  • Are there on-site hotels at San Francisco International Airport?

    Yes, there are. If your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu is delayed and you need to spend the night at the airport, head to FreshenUp. Located inside the International Terminal, the facility offers a small number of en-suite rooms equipped with basic amenities such as a bed, free Wi-Fi, a desk, and a mirror. Alternatively, there are a number of hotels located just minutes from the airport like the Aloft San Francisco Airport Hotel or the Westin San Francisco Airport Hotel.

  • What is there to do in San Francisco International Airport?

    San Francisco International Airport is simply full of things to do, so if your flight has been delayed, you needn’t worry. Go to the Yoga Room to stretch between flights or to the Reflection Room for a moment of self-reflection and meditation. Hit the spa or the shops for some “me time” of pampering and retail therapy or enjoy some of the works by local artists that are displayed throughout the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu was ₹ 127 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 249 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    San Francisco airport is called San Francisco and the only airport in Honolulu is Honolulu.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Alaska Airlines, Asiana Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Honolulu, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Honolulu with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Honolulu from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Honolulu

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for ₹ 50,631 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu usually depart from San Francisco International Airport. The largest passenger hub in the area, the airport is located 13.2 miles south of downtown San Fran.
  • If you are traveling with children, don’t despair at the idea of having to entertain them during your time at the airport: San Francisco International Airport features a number of fully-equipped Children’s Play Areas accessorized with toys and games, books, and cartoons.
  • If Honolulu is just the first step in a longer journey, why not enjoy your layover in Hawaii? At Honolulu Airport you can have a taste of the local cuisine thanks to the many restaurants and cafés available, but you can also browse the art on display which includes large murals, paintings, and sculptures, or just relax in the Zen Garden located in the International Terminal.
  • If your flight has landed late and you don’t want to travel into Honolulu at night, why not sleep near the airport? While there is no hotel directly inside the terminals, places like the Airport Honolulu Hotel, the Best Western Plaza Hotel, and the Pacific Marina Inn are located just minutes from the passenger hub and all three offer a 24-hour shuttle service to their guests.
  • To get to your hotel in Honolulu after your flight, the best way is to book a place on the Speedishuttle, a door-to-door shuttle service that will take you straight to where you are staying. Alternatively, you can use bus line numbers 19, 20, or 31, or hail a cab from one of the many taxi ranks located outside the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Honolulu?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from San Francisco to Honolulu.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Honolulu Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Honolulu

Monday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +10 more

Air Canada, Air China, +11 more

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Direct returns

Honolulu to San Francisco

Monday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +12 more

Air Canada, Air China, +13 more

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Reviews of the top airline flying from San Francisco to Honolulu

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Honolulu. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Honolulu? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
Hawaiian AirlinesOverall score based on 2561 reviews
8.5Crew
7.7Comfort
7.1Entertainment
8.0Boarding
7.0Food
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Overall it was a good flight, but the food should be looked at. No options. The seat was also uncomfortable and very tight.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2025LAX - HNL
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Overall it was a good flight, but the food should be looked at. No options. The seat was also uncomfortable and very tight.

Nothing. Fare didn’t allow seat allocations. So we were stuck in the middle . Not good for 77 to 80 year olds. I was stick on plane. Taken off the plane before take off and ground staff told me to google where a hospital was to get a clearance to travel again. Left on own at airport ti fend for our selves. Also was charged for baggage, also I was not aware. I think booking through a third party, such as yourselves, doesn’t allow any for considerations when allocating seats.

It was very pleasant. The staff and crew are very polite.

Hawaiian Airlines staff is always professional & quick & easy check in & boarding process

Customer service by Susan of Alaskan Air was outstanding. We missed our flight out of JFK. She got us rebooked the following day. Way to go Susan.

We boarded an hour and a half late because a coffee maker leaked in the plane. Then we had to wait for awhile to get off the plane because another plane was in our spot at the terminal. I had plans when I landed that I had to skip so it was pretty disappointing.

We moved from the international terminal to a new location. I think there are still some bugs to work out . We didn’t receive check in notification and had to scramble to find it but i think it will work out

Liked the crew. Seats were uncomfortable during the last few hours of the 11 hour flight. Better selection of movies .

The temperature on the plane was too cold and the food was not very good. Everything else was good.

The service was great and the crew was so friendly and attentive!

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