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

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Popular airlines from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)

Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Honolulu (SMF-HNL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $171 for one-way flights and $336 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Sep 30
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$336 Roundtrip, just found
$336
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $336 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Sep 30
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$336 Roundtrip, just found
$336
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $336 just found
United
Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 9
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $342 found 10 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 9
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $342 found 10 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 3
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $342 found 7 hours ago
United
Sun, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 3
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$345 Roundtrip, just found
$345
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $345 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Sep 30
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$346 Roundtrip, just found
$346
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $346 just found
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 3
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$347 Roundtrip, just found
$347
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $347 just found
United
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 16
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$349 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$349
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $349 found 21 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 20
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$349 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$349
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $349 found 2 hours ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $230 - $563 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Honolulu (HNL)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$336
Distance
2459 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 35 mins

Sacramento to Honolulu Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Honolulu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Honolulu 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting from $342 from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving SMF on July 13 2025 and touching down at HNL. The price was last updated on June 29 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to HNL?
The cheapest flights from SMF 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Take a nonstop flight with Southwest Airlines and head straight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to HNL?
Book a flight from SMF to HNL with Hawaiian Airlines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $170. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on September 9 2025. Prices were last updated on June 29 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
When jetting out of Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), you'll have a choice from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
The 8 AM departures from SMF to HNL are the most sought after. They can also be more expensive. If you're looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to HNL?
Friday has the most flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 8:40AM UTC-8, departing from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). You'll be traveling for roughly 6h, landing at Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) at approximately 12:40PM UTC-10.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
The average flight duration from SMF to HNL is 5 hours and 53 minutes, covering a distance of 2,500 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
To avoid potential delays on the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Compare your flight options from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). This is the only Honolulu airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SMF to HNL shortly before your journey is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to HNL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SMF to HNL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your SMF to HNL flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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