What percentage of San Francisco to Honolulu flights are direct?

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, approximately 15.9% of flights from San Francisco to Honolulu are direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route will typically have at least one connection. Travelers seeking direct routes may find fewer options available.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

The median flight time for a direct flight from San Francisco to Honolulu is 5 hours and 42 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration significantly increases to 13 hours and 20 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 3855 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Historically, good prices on flights from San Francisco to Honolulu are considered frequent. This route typically offers numerous opportunities for travelers to find favorable deals. Based on data from the trailing 30 days, this route consistently shows availability of competitive fares. Travelers can often find good value when planning their trips.

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San Francisco to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

For cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu, fares typically range from $444–$855, with a median of $597. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. There are new deals appearing almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities for travelers to find suitable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu? The most affordable month to fly is typically January, with a median fare of $263. Other cost-effective months include November, with a median fare of $463, and September, where the median fare is $522.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Honolulu takes 5h 40m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, with connecting itineraries often taking significantly longer.

The distance from San Francisco to Honolulu is 3855 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that can vary based on whether the flight is direct or includes layovers.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Honolulu

Regular price: $311 - $732

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

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu is between $311 and $732. The current lowest deal is $294 with Alaska Airlines, Inc., for travel from Dec 7-Dec 10.

now $294

Low $311

High $732

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu is January, with a median price of $263. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $773. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $263

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $773

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Honolulu

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$233

$322

One-way

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San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$244

$322

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San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$233

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San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$244

$322

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San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$269

$322

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Fri, Nov 27

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SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$232

$322

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$404 → $303

25%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

$412 → $322

22%

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$411 → $322

22%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

$410 → $322

21%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu

San Francisco - Honolulu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from SFO to HNL are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $263

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to HNL, with a median price of $263.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 40m

Direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu typically take 5h 40m, connecting flights average 17h 4m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 84.1% of flights historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is a provider of direct flights from San Francisco International to Daniel K. Inouye International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from San Francisco to Honolulu are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a great option for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$301

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 city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$303

Airports nearby Honolulu used as alternative

Kahului (OGG)

Cheapest

Kahului Airport (OGG) is a major secondary hub in Hawaii with the highest volume of alternative flights.

📍 ~150 km from Honolulu (reachable by inter-island flight or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$249

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Honolulu

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $641. Prices tend to be higher closer to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging approximately $819. Even flights booked 60+ days in advance were slightly higher, averaging about $758 across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu is considered to be $444 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $597. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $855 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $444 would typically secure a favorable deal.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu, with a median price of $263. Other relatively inexpensive months include November, with a median price of $463, and September, with a median price of $522. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, is $597. Travelers looking for lower fares might consider these months.

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San Francisco to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Honolulu

Regular price: $311 - $732

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

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu is between $311 and $732. The current lowest deal is $294 with Alaska Airlines, Inc., for travel from Dec 7-Dec 10.

now $294

Low $311

High $732

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu

January

Cheapest

Flights from $263

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $773

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Honolulu

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$233

$322

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$244

$322

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$233

$322

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$244

$322

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$269

$322

One-way

Fri, Nov 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$232

$322

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$404 → $303

25%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

$412 → $322

22%

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$411 → $322

22%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

$410 → $322

21%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu