What percentage of Seattle to Honolulu flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 32.3% of flights from Seattle to Honolulu were direct. For travelers who prefer non-stop journeys, this percentage indicates a notable portion of available options. When connecting flights are taken, they typically involve one stopover. This information can help travelers plan their preferred type of journey.

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

The typical direct flight from Seattle to Honolulu has a median duration of 6 hours and 9 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases to 11 hours and 6 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 4307 kilometers. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their itinerary, depending on whether they choose a direct or connecting flight.

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 with regular opportunities for finding good prices. Travelers can often find favorable deals, making it a route where consistent monitoring for price drops can be beneficial. The frequent availability of deals suggests that patience and flexibility can be rewarded.

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Seattle to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Honolulu

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Seattle to Honolulu, the data indicates that May is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $397. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $435, and September presents a median of $456. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

Fares for flights from Seattle to Honolulu typically range from $437 to $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, suggesting that favorable deals are relatively common.

When considering flights from Seattle to Honolulu, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 32.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This means you will likely encounter at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Seattle to Honolulu, including connections, takes approximately 6h 9m. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, with non-stop flights averaging 6h 9m and connecting flights typically extending to 12h 42m. This route covers a substantial distance, making it a long-haul flight.

The distance between Seattle and Honolulu is approximately 4307 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul flight, indicating a significant travel distance that typically involves extended time in the air.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Honolulu

Regular price: $452 - $603

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Honolulu is between $452 and $603. The current lowest deal is $330 with United Airlines for travel from Oct 5-Oct 14.

now $330

Low $452

High $603

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

Jan

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Direct flights from Seattle to Honolulu

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Honolulu

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$863

$427

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$870

$442

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$870

$483

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$880

$489

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$883

$497

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Honolulu

Seattle (SEA) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$790

$504

One-way

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

4 nights

Jul 25 - Jul 29

$863 → $427

51%

4 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 31

$870 → $442

49%

8 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 22

$798 → $389

51%

2 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 30

$880 → $489

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Honolulu

Seattle - Honolulu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Seattle to Honolulu are near the typical level of $542.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $397.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 9m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 6h 9m, while connecting flights take 12h 42m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 32.3% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Seattle to Honolulu appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a good option for flights from Seattle to Honolulu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$297

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field offers an alternative departure point for flights from Seattle to Honolulu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,066

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$978

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 city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$297

Airports nearby Honolulu used as alternative

Kahului (OGG)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$331

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Honolulu

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

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Seattle to Honolulu is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $437. The median price for this route was $542. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of observed prices being $718 or less. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $437 threshold can help travelers secure a favorable price.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Honolulu, with a median price of $397. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $435. The annual median price for this route is $542. While September also shows a median of $456, it was also identified as one of the more expensive months in other analyses.

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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: $452 - $603

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Honolulu is between $452 and $603. The current lowest deal is $330 with United Airlines for travel from Oct 5-Oct 14.

now $330

Low $452

High $603

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