$266 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Honolulu (HNL)

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Popular airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)

Cheap Flights from Detroit to Honolulu (DTW-HNL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $266 for one-way flights and $526 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$526 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$526
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $526 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$532 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$532
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $532 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$537 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$537
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $537 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$542 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$542
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $542 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$548 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$548
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $548 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$553 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$553
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $553 found 7 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$553 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$553
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $553 found 2 days ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 6
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$731 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$731
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $731 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 29
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$745 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$745
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $745 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$768 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$768
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $768 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Honolulu (HNL)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $484 - $847 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Select flight to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. HNL. Cheapest option available. Flights from $770
HNL
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $770
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Honolulu (HNL)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$526
Distance
4467 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 34 mins

Detroit to Honolulu Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit 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 Detroit to Honolulu are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Honolulu with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Honolulu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Honolulu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $266 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $266 or cheap return flight from $526 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
The cheapest month to fly from DTW to HNL is March, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is typically when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Jump on a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and journey straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, flight durations and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest DTW to HNL flight.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) offers 5 direct flights to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) per week. If you're looking for more choice, take advantage of Expedia's filters to look for flights with layovers. Squeeze in a visit to another destination or simply break up your travels.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Flights between DTW and HNL are their busiest at 10 AM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to HNL?
Jet off on a Wednesday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 10:00AM UTC-5, departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You'll be traveling for approximately 10h 13m, touching down at Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) at approximately 3:13PM UTC-10.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
It takes roughly 10 hours and 13 minutes to fly the 4,500 mi from DTW to HNL.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to HNL?
With 92% of journeys generally arriving on time, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
To avoid potential delays on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being 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 Honolulu from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) is the only airport in Honolulu with direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Compare your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DTW to HNL just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to HNL flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a DTW to HNL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
If you reserved your DTW to HNL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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