$163 Cheap Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $163 for one-way flights and $282 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 22
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$282 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $282 found 1 day ago
Bargain Flight
Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 7
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$287 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $287 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 15
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$312 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $312 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$313 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $313 found 2 days ago
United
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$316 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $316 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 10
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$319 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $319 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$321 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $321 found 2 days ago
Delta
Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 22
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$326 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $326 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Jan 7
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$328 Roundtrip, just found
$328
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $328 just found
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
HNL
Oahu
SAN
San Diego
$331 Roundtrip, just found
$331
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Oahu to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $331 just found

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $215 - $513 per traveler.

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Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN)
Origin airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$282
Distance
2609 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 27 mins

Honolulu to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Honolulu to San Diego

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

 

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

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

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 San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $163 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $163 or cheap return flight from $282 from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Planning your trip for October may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between HNL and SAN. You'll often find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Skip the stopovers and travel straight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with 3 airlines, including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are popular options for flights between Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your HNL to SAN flight.
How many flights per day from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When departing from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL), you can choose from an average of 4 daily nonstop flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights between HNL and SAN are their busiest at 12 PM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from HNL to SAN?
Friday has the most flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)'s first flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) takes off at approximately 8:20AM UTC-10. With a travel time of 5h 30m, you'll land at around 3:50PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights from HNL to SAN have an average travel time of 5 hours and 26 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 2,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from HNL to SAN?
With 92% of journeys generally arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To avoid possible delays on the Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 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 San Diego from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport in San Diego with direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). Explore your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from HNL to SAN are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a HNL to SAN flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a HNL to SAN flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your HNL to SAN flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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