How many flights from Honolulu to San Francisco are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 62.3% of flights from Honolulu to San Francisco were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, travelers typically experienced one stop. This indicates that direct flight options are frequently available for this route, making it convenient for many travelers. The majority of available options historically have been direct.

What's the flight time from Honolulu to San Francisco?

The typical direct flight time from Honolulu to San Francisco is 5 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 3855 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically average a longer duration of 9 hours and 52 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time, with direct flights being nearly half the duration of those with a single stop.

How often do Honolulu to San Francisco flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Honolulu to San Francisco route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find deals. The pricing for this route is dynamic, suggesting that monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a lower fare. This route is classified as one with frequent price fluctuations.

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August 27 - August 30

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HNL - San Francisco

$821

$287

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October 23 - October 26

Cheapest

HNL - San Francisco

$307

$287

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November 20 - November 29

Cheapest

HNL - San Francisco

$379

$287

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October 1 - October 5

HNL - San Francisco

$294

$290

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October 16 - October 19

HNL - San Francisco

$302

$290

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November 5 - November 9

HNL - San Francisco

$380

$290

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November 24 - November 29

HNL - San Francisco

$394

$290

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December 3 - December 7

HNL - San Francisco

$395

$290

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January 20 - January 27

HNL - San Francisco

$377

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HNL - San Francisco

$286

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Honolulu to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Flights from Honolulu to San Francisco typically range from $305–$399, with a median price of $354. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and 53% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Honolulu to San Francisco.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco, consider traveling in February, when the median fare is $242. Other cost-effective months include January, with a median fare of $255, and April, where the median fare is $260.

A typical journey from Honolulu to San Francisco takes about 5h 5m, including connections. For itineraries that involve connecting flights, the median travel time extends to 11h 53m, while direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco have a median duration of 5h 5m.

When flying from Honolulu to San Francisco, 62.3% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. This indicates that a meaningful share are non-stop, while the remaining itineraries typically involve one connection.

The distance between Honolulu and San Francisco is approximately 3,855 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, suitable for a single-day travel plan.

How much is a round trip from Honolulu to San Francisco

Regular price: $599 - $1,399

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 $599 and $1399. The current lowest deal is $285 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 27-Aug 30.

now $285

Low $599

High $1,399

The cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from HNL to SFO is February, with a median price of $242. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $396. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

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Flights from $242

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Flights from $396

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Direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

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Last-minute flights going from Honolulu to San Francisco

Sat, Jul 25

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HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,242

$634

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,225

$612

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Hawaiian Airlines

$1,223

$587

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Hawaiian Airlines

$1,201

$552

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,215

$599

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - San Francisco

Honolulu (HNL) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,024

$562

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$1,201 → $552

54%

3 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 31

$1,223 → $587

52%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

$1,215 → $599

51%

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Jul 26 - Jul 30

$1,225 → $612

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco

Honolulu - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Honolulu to San Francisco are below the typical level at $285.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $242

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco, at $242.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 5m

Direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco typically average 5 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

62.3% of recent flights are direct

62.3% of recent flights from Honolulu to San Francisco are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. provides direct flights on this route, with deals available.

🎯 Booking tip

53% of recent fares are good deals

Historically, 53% of recent fares from Honolulu to San Francisco were considered good deals.

Honolulu main airports to depart from

Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)

Cheapest

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco.

📍 ~7 km from Honolulu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway to the San Francisco Bay Area.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative for its extensive domestic network and direct BART rail connection.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or BART train)

💸 Flights from ~$281

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major alternative serving the South Bay, often with fewer weather delays than SFO.

📍 ~55 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a reliable alternative with a wide variety of carriers, especially if Bay Area airspace is congested.

📍 ~120 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$325

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for travelers visiting the North Bay, offering a small, low-stress terminal.

📍 ~90 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$373

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers on the southern edge of the Bay Area with regional connectivity.

📍 ~140 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$434

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the best prices for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco have been found in the 0-6 days booking window, with an average price of $290. Booking within 7-13 days typically sees prices rise to an average of $430. For those planning further ahead, prices in the 60+ days window averaged around $398. This suggests that waiting until closer to the departure date, within a week, has often yielded the lowest fares across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco was considered a good price at or below $305. The median price for this route during the same period was $354. Prices typically began to increase significantly above $399. Therefore, travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around $305 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco have been February, with a median price of $242, and January, with a median price of $255. April also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $260. These months typically offer fares significantly lower than the annual median price of $354, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

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Honolulu to San Francisco: Overview

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 below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $242

Direct flights average 5h 5m

62.3% of recent flights are direct

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

53% of recent fares are good deals

Honolulu main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

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How often do Honolulu to San Francisco flight prices drop?