$154 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO-HNL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $154 for one-way flights and $307 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 25
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$307 Roundtrip, just found
$307
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $307 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$312 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $312 found 3 hours ago
United
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Sep 30
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$322 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $322 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 19
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$325 Roundtrip, just found
$325
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $325 just found
United
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 11
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$329 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $329 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 19
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$343 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $343 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 9
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$353 Roundtrip, just found
$353
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $353 just found
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 11
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$355 Roundtrip, just found
$355
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $355 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 25
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$358 Roundtrip, just found
$358
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $358 just found
Delta
Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
SFO
San Francisco
HNL
Oahu
$365 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$365
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Francisco to Oahu, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $365 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $190 - $421 per traveler.

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Select flight to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. HNL. Cheapest option available. Flights from $478
HNL
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $478
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$307
Distance
2394 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 26 mins

San Francisco to Honolulu Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $154 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) starting at $328. Snag a seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on July 8 2025 and touching down at HNL. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to HNL?
The cheapest flights from SFO to HNL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Skip the layovers and fly direct to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with 3 airlines, including:

  • United Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to HNL?
With prices starting from $164 for a one-way flight from SFO to HNL, Hawaiian Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 21 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
With, on average, 6 direct flights departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) each day, you'll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
More travelers fly between SFO and HNL at 7 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to HNL?
Travel on a Saturday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s earliest flight to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) departs at approximately 7:45AM UTC-8. With a travel time of 5h 35m, you'll touch down at around 11:20AM UTC-10.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
It takes about 5 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 2,400 mi from SFO to HNL.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to HNL?
Consider traveling with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 85%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) 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 Honolulu from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) is the only airport in Honolulu with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Explore the options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to HNL are generally more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to score a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to HNL flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a SFO to HNL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
In most cases, you can cancel or reschedule your SFO to HNL flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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