How many flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 20% of flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of the flights on this route involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey over the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.?

The direct flight from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. typically takes approximately 8 hours and 55 minutes, or 535 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 12 hours and 39 minutes, which is 759 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 7739 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Should I set a price alert for Honolulu to Washington, D.C. flights?

Given that flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. are classified as frequent for deals, setting a price alert is a recommended strategy. This route often sees price fluctuations, making it beneficial to monitor fares. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has historically presented numerous opportunities for savings. A price alert can help travelers secure a good deal as soon as one becomes available.

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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-08
HNL - Washington, D.C.
82% AI deal score
$493
$422
Round trip
2026-09-02 – 2026-09-09
HNL - Washington, D.C.
82% AI deal score
$493
$422
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2026-09-15 – 2026-09-22
HNL - Washington, D.C.
82% AI deal score
$492
$422
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2026-09-22 – 2026-09-29
HNL - Washington, D.C.
83% AI deal score
$498
$422
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2026-09-23 – 2026-09-30
HNL - Washington, D.C.
83% AI deal score
$496
$422
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2026-09-17 – 2026-09-27
HNL - Washington, D.C.
80% AI deal score
$470
$423
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-16
HNL - Washington, D.C.
82% AI deal score
$490
$428
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-15
HNL - Washington, D.C.
80% AI deal score
$490
$446
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2026-09-16 – 2026-09-23
HNL - Washington, D.C.
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$494
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2026-09-14 – 2026-09-21
HNL - Washington, D.C.
78% AI deal score
$490
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Honolulu to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

A typical journey from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. takes about 8h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 7776 kilometers. Since most itineraries on this route involve connections, the overall travel time reflects the added duration of layovers.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $420–$717, with a median of $540. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to Washington, D.C., the data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $426. June also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $430. Following these, May presents another good option, with a median fare of $492.

Most itineraries from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 0.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should generally expect a journey involving multiple segments rather than a direct flight.

How much is a round trip from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $436 - $1,241

Prices for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $436 and $1241. The current lowest deal is $422 with United Airlines, for travel from Sep 1-Sep 8.

now $422

Low $436

High $1,241

The cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Washington is May, with a median price of $420. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $914. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $420

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $914

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Southwest Airlines

$1,340

$1,061

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$819

$731

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$815

$733

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

United Airlines

$782

$728

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$771

$747

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

United Airlines

$651

$617

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

2 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 30

$1,340 → $1,061

21%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$685 → $504

26%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$649 → $478

26%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$593 → $423

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

Honolulu - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from HNL to WAS are near the typical level of $540.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $420.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 55m

Direct flights to Washington, D.C. typically average 8h 55m, while connecting flights average 13h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights on the HNL to WAS route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from HNL to WAS appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Honolulu main airports to depart from

Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)

Cheapest

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a great choice for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International is a good option for flights to Washington, D.C. from Honolulu.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$423

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$615

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

94% AI deal score

$4,227

$2,115

Save $2,112

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $500. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a slightly higher average price of $502, while booking 60+ days out can result in an average price of $630. This suggests that planning within the two to four-week range generally offers better value across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. is considered to be around $420. The median price observed for this route was $540. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $717 or less over a 90-day period. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $420 mark.

Historically, February and June have offered the most economical flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. The median price in February was $426, closely followed by June with a median of $430. May also presented a relatively good value with a median price of $492. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $540 for this route, based on observations over a 270-day period.

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Honolulu to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $436 - $1,241

Prices for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $436 and $1241. The current lowest deal is $422 with United Airlines, for travel from Sep 1-Sep 8.

now $422

Low $436

High $1,241

The cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $420

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $914

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Southwest Airlines

$1,340

$1,061

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$819

$731

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$815

$733

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

United Airlines

$782

$728

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$771

$747

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

HNL - Washington, D.C.

Honolulu (HNL) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

United Airlines

$651

$617

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.

2 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 30

$1,340 → $1,061

21%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$685 → $504

26%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$649 → $478

26%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$593 → $423

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Honolulu to Washington, D.C.