What percentage of Seattle to Honolulu flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 32.3% of flights from Seattle to Honolulu were direct. For travelers who prefer not to have a stopover, these direct options are available. When connecting flights are taken, the median number of stopovers observed is typically one. This means that a significant portion of flights on this route will involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Seattle to Honolulu?

A direct flight from Seattle to Honolulu typically takes about 6 hours and 9 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight duration of 369 minutes. For flights with one stop, the travel time increases considerably, with a median duration of 11 hours and 6 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 4307 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Seattle to Honolulu come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Seattle to Honolulu come up frequently. This route is classified as one where good deals are regularly available. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing options with consistent regularity. This frequent availability of deals can be beneficial for those planning their trips.

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Seattle to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Honolulu

When looking for cheap flights from Seattle to Honolulu, you'll find that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $397. Other good options include April, where the median fare is around $435, and September, with a median fare of $456. These months offer more competitive pricing compared to other times of the year for this route.

Fares for flights from Seattle to Honolulu typically range from $437–$718, with a median price of $542. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 52% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals appear regularly. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as only 32.3% of recent fares are non-stop. For the majority of flights that do connect, you can expect one stopover. This means that while direct flights from Seattle to Honolulu are available, many travelers will find themselves on itineraries with at least one intermediate stop.

A typical journey from Seattle to Honolulu takes approximately 6h 9m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, providing a realistic expectation for the overall travel time. Non-stop flights typically take 6h 9m, while connecting itineraries have a median duration of 12h 42m.

The distance between Seattle and Honolulu is approximately 4307 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant travel distance that typically involves longer flight times and potentially more complex logistics.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Honolulu

Regular price: $419 - $561

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

The regular price range for this route is between $419 and $561. The current lowest deal is $280 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 5-Oct 13.

now $280

Low $419

High $561

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Honolulu

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Honolulu is May, with a median price of $397. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $719. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $397

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $719

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Direct flights from Seattle to Honolulu

United Airlines

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Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Honolulu

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

United Airlines

$548

$349

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

United Airlines

$627

$336

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

United Airlines

$560

$337

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

United Airlines

$547

$340

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

United Airlines

$584

$302

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

United Airlines

$560

$335

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seattle to Honolulu

5 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 20

$673 → $329

51%

6 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 15

$642 → $310

52%

7 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 22

$657 → $329

50%

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

$616 → $299

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Honolulu

Seattle - Honolulu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Seattle to Honolulu are near the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $397, offering the best value for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 6h 9m

The typical direct flight from Seattle to Honolulu takes 6 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 67.7% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers many direct deals

United Airlines has 47 direct deals, making it a top choice for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Seattle to Honolulu appear frequently, often within a 30-day window.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is a primary departure point for flights from Seattle to Honolulu.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$285

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field (BFI) offers an alternative departure option for flights from Seattle to Honolulu.

📍 ~9 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$906

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE) provides a unique departure experience from Seattle to Honolulu.

📍 ~3 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$886

Honolulu main airports to arrive at

Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)

Cheapest

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is the primary gateway to Honolulu and the Hawaiian Islands.

📍 ~7 km from Honolulu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$289

Airports nearby Honolulu used as alternative

Kahului (OGG)

Cheapest

Kahului Airport is a major secondary hub in Hawaii, offering many alternative flights to the US mainland.

📍 ~160 km from Honolulu (requires inter-island flight or ferry from Oahu)

💸 Flights from ~$290

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Honolulu

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Honolulu

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Seattle to Honolulu is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $540. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made more than 60 days out, with an average of $658. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show an average price of $549, which is slightly higher than the best window.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Seattle to Honolulu is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $437. The median price for this route historically stands at $542. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of observed flights costing $718 or less. Therefore, aiming for prices under $437 can indicate a favorable purchase.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Honolulu, with a median price of $397. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $435. The annual median price for this route is $542, indicating that these months provide significant savings. September, while listed as a cheapest month at $456, was also observed as the most expensive month in some data sets.

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Seattle to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Honolulu

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Honolulu

Regular price: $419 - $561

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

The regular price range for this route is between $419 and $561. The current lowest deal is $280 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 5-Oct 13.

now $280

Low $419

High $561

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Honolulu

May

Cheapest

Flights from $397

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $719

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec