Can I fly direct from San Jose to Honolulu?

Yes, direct flights are available from San Jose to Honolulu. Historically, approximately 30.7% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. While direct options exist, a significant portion of flights involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from San Jose to Honolulu?

The typical direct flight from San Jose to Honolulu has a median duration of 5 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of 3885 kilometers. Flights with one stop, on average, take longer, with a median duration of 10 hours and 7 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences in flight time when planning their journey to Honolulu.

How often do San Jose to Honolulu flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the San Jose to Honolulu route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that opportunities for finding deals are common. Travelers monitoring this route may find that prices fluctuate regularly, offering various chances to book at a reduced cost.

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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-05
SJC - Honolulu
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San Jose to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Honolulu

A typical journey from San Jose to Honolulu takes about 14h 4m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3885 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, the overall travel time reflects the added duration of layovers.

When considering cheap flights from San Jose to Honolulu, prices are typically $396–$672, with a median of $488. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 17% of recent fares on this route were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Honolulu, the data indicates that February and January are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $243. December also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $313.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Honolulu

Regular price: $409 - $927

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

The regular price range for this route is $409 to $927. The current lowest deal is $281 with Deutsche Luft Hansa for travel from Oct 4 to Oct 8.

now $281

Low $409

High $927

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Honolulu

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Honolulu is January, with a median price of $243. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $686. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $243

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $686

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Direct flights from San Jose to Honolulu

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Honolulu

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Honolulu

San Jose (SJC) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$512

$361

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Honolulu

San Jose (SJC) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$500

$336

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Honolulu

San Jose (SJC) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$442

$314

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Honolulu

San Jose (SJC) - Honolulu (HNL)

Southwest Airlines

$426

$310

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Honolulu

San Jose (SJC) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$484

$311

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Honolulu

San Jose (SJC) - Honolulu (HNL)

Southwest Airlines

$414

$312

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

$658 → $285

57%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

$664 → $293

56%

2 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 9

$661 → $313

53%

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

$658 → $313

52%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Honolulu

San Jose - Honolulu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from San Jose to Honolulu are above the typical level, with a median price of $488.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for prices as low as $243.

Historically, February has offered the lowest median prices at $243 for San Jose to Honolulu flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a median flight time of 14h 4m.

The median flight duration from San Jose to Honolulu is 14 hours and 4 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 69.3% of options, with a median of 2 stopovers historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from San Jose to Honolulu historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from San Jose to Honolulu have been frequent over a 30-day window.

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

Fly from San Jose International to Honolulu for a convenient departure option from the Bay Area.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$293

Honolulu main airports to arrive at

Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)

Cheapest

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a good choice for reaching Honolulu from San Jose.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$293

Airports nearby Honolulu used as alternative

Kahului (OGG)

Cheapest

Kahului Airport (OGG) is a major secondary hub in Hawaii with extensive direct connections to the US mainland and Canada.

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

💸 Flights from ~$284

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Honolulu

91% AI deal score

$2,136

$1,219

Save $917

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Honolulu

Historically, the most favorable prices for flights from San Jose to Honolulu are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $448. Booking within 6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to approximately $533, while booking more than 60 days out can result in an average price of $884. Planning your trip within this optimal window can lead to significant savings.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Jose to Honolulu is considered to be $396 or less. The median price for this route has been $488. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $672 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the good price threshold can help secure a cost-effective journey.

Historically, January and February have been the cheapest months to fly from San Jose to Honolulu, with a median price of $243 for both. December also offers a relatively lower median price of $313. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $488 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value may consider planning their trips during these periods.

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San Jose to Honolulu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Honolulu

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Honolulu

Regular price: $409 - $927

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

The regular price range for this route is $409 to $927. The current lowest deal is $281 with Deutsche Luft Hansa for travel from Oct 4 to Oct 8.

now $281

Low $409

High $927

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Honolulu

January

Cheapest

Flights from $243

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $686

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec