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September 23 - September 29

Cheapest

HNL - San Francisco

$392

$276

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September 16 - September 21

HNL - San Francisco

$392

$286

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October 8 - October 15

HNL - San Francisco

$370

$293

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November 10 - November 17

HNL - San Francisco

$434

$293

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August 28 - August 30

HNL - San Francisco

$820

$294

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September 12 - September 18

HNL - San Francisco

$335

$294

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September 11 - September 19

HNL - San Francisco

$321

$296

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October 23 - October 26

HNL - San Francisco

$380

$305

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August 23 - August 27

Best

HNL - San Francisco

$858

$312

Round trip

August 20 - August 23

Earliest

HNL - San Francisco

$811

$313

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Insights for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Fares for cheap flights from Honolulu to San Francisco typically range from $265–$395, with a median of $350. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Travelers can find that 62% of recent fares are considered a good price, indicating a generally favorable market for this journey.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco? The data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $242. Following closely, January offers a median fare of $255, and April presents a median of $260, making these months the best options for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Honolulu to San Francisco takes about 10h 34m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries on this route. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, the overall travel time is often efficient.

The distance between Honolulu and San Francisco is 3855 km, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a substantial journey, but it is not considered a long-distance international route.

How much is a round trip from Honolulu to San Francisco

Regular price: $322 - $682

Prices for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco is between $322 and $682. The current lowest deal is $276 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Sep 23-Sep 29.

now $276

Low $322

High $682

The cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco

February is the cheapest month to fly from HNL to SFO, with a median price of $242. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $395. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $242

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $395

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Direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Honolulu to San Francisco

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$890

$420

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$893

$421

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$876

$424

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$884

$432

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$885

$442

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$914

$436

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

4 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 27

$858 → $312

64%

2 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 30

$820 → $294

64%

3 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 23

$811 → $313

61%

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$868 → $372

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco

Honolulu - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Honolulu to San Francisco are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco, with a median price of $242.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 34m on average.

The typical direct flight from Honolulu to San Francisco takes 10 hours and 34 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

74% of deals are direct.

Most deals for this route are for direct flights. Connecting flights typically have 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is one airline offering direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Historically, deals for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco appear frequently, over 1 per day.

Honolulu main airports to depart from

Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)

Cheapest

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~10 km from Honolulu city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$276

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major hub, convenient for reaching San Francisco and the Bay Area.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco city center (reachable by car, BART, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$276

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a convenient alternative to San Francisco, especially for those using public transit.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by BART public transit)

💸 Flights from ~$297

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major airport serving the South Bay tech corridor, often with fewer weather delays.

📍 ~70 km from San Francisco (located south of the city center)

💸 Flights from ~$369

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International offers a robust domestic route network for travelers in the northern and eastern metro areas.

📍 ~125 km from San Francisco (significant driving distance)

💸 Flights from ~$326

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is highly convenient for travelers in the North Bay and Wine Country.

📍 ~90 km from San Francisco (limited flight options)

💸 Flights from ~$390

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers in the southern coastal region, offering a less crowded environment.

📍 ~140 km from San Francisco (very limited route network)

💸 Flights from ~$522

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

San Francisco, United States

71% AI deal score

$3,221

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $290. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees a higher average price of $430. Prices for bookings made 14-27 days in advance averaged $322, while those made 28-59 days out were similar at $323. Travelers booking 60+ days in advance typically paid an average of $398.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco is considered to be $265 or less. The median price for this route was $350. Approximately 25% of all observed fares were at or below $265. Fares around $395 or higher represent the more expensive end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco, with a median price of $242. January also offered competitive prices, with a median of $255. April had a median price of $260, which was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route was $350.

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Insights for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Honolulu to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco

Direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Honolulu to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco

Honolulu - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 10h 34m on average.

74% of deals are direct.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Honolulu main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

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