$160 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Honolulu (HNL)

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Today's featured flight deals from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Honolulu (SAN-HNL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $160 for one-way flights and $322 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Jan 28
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$322 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $322 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$328 Roundtrip, just found
$328
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $328 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$331 Roundtrip, just found
$331
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $331 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$333 Roundtrip, just found
$333
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $333 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$335 Roundtrip, just found
$335
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $335 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$336 Roundtrip, just found
$336
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $336 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Fri, Feb 13
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$336 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$336
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Fri, Feb 13, priced at $336 found 9 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$338 Roundtrip, just found
$338
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $338 just found
Delta
Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Jan 28
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $342 found 4 hours ago
United
Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Jan 28
SAN
San Diego
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Diego to Oahu, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $342 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Honolulu (HNL)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $215 - $483 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. HNL. Cheapest option available. Flights from $327
HNL
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $327
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Honolulu (HNL)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$309
Distance
2609 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 7 mins

San Diego to Honolulu Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Honolulu

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 San Diego to Honolulu are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Honolulu with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Honolulu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Honolulu: 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 San Diego to Honolulu

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 San Diego to Honolulu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $160 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 San Diego to Honolulu 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 San Diego to Honolulu 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $160 or cheap return flight from $322 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to HNL is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are usually when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
You can pick from 3 carriers that fly directly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). Including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are some popular carriers offering reasonable fares. Don't forget that flight prices from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) can vary based on travel dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a SAN to HNL flight that suits your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Each day on average, 4 direct flights operate from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). Select the departure date that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
More passengers fly between SAN and HNL at 7 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to HNL?
If you depart on a Sunday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)'s earliest flight to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) departs at approximately 7:00AM UTC-8. With a travel time of 6h 20m, you'll land at around 11:20AM UTC-10.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
It takes approximately 6 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 2,600 mi from SAN to HNL.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to HNL?
Consider booking with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 86%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
To touch down at Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) without delays, book a flight that leaves San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Honolulu from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) is the only airport in Honolulu with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Explore the options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from SAN to HNL generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel schedule open for the best chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to HNL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SAN to HNL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
If you booked your SAN to HNL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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