$171 Cheap Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Sacramento (SMF)

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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Sacramento (HNL-SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $171 for one-way flights and $342 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$342 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $342 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$342 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $342 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$342 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $342 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$344 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $344 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$346 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$346
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $346 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$347 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $347 found 2 hours ago
United
Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 16
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$347 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $347 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 14
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$347 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $347 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$349 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$349
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $349 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
HNL
Oahu
SMF
Sacramento
$349 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$349
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Oahu to Sacramento, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $349 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu (HNL) to Sacramento (SMF)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $235 - $639 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Sacramento (SMF)
Origin airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$341
Distance
2459 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 12 mins

Honolulu to Sacramento Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Honolulu to Sacramento

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Honolulu to Sacramento are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Honolulu to Sacramento with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Honolulu to Sacramento

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Honolulu to Sacramento: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Honolulu to Sacramento

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Honolulu to Sacramento in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $171 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Honolulu to Sacramento flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Honolulu to Sacramento airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from HNL to SMF by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from HNL to SMF?
To snag a cheap ticket, search for direct flights from HNL to SMF that depart in December. You can find a one-way Hawaiian Airlines flight for $170 leaving on December 11 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
You can travel nonstop from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from HNL to SMF?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from HNL to SMF is Hawaiian Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $170. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from HNL on September 24 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
When jetting out of Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL), you'll have your pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Flights between HNL and SMF are their busiest at 3 PM. If you'd like a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from HNL to SMF?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What is the earliest flight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
The first flight of the day departing from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) is at around 2:00PM UTC-10. Board this plane and you'll arrive at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) at approximately 9:15PM UTC-8. The entire trip takes 5h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
The average flight time from HNL to SMF is 5 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 2,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from HNL to SMF?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 95%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Book a flight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Sacramento from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is the only airport in Sacramento with direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). Consider the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from HNL to SMF are typically more expensive. To secure the best rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a HNL to SMF flight and hotel package?
Booking a HNL to SMF flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your HNL to SMF flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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