$166 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 $166 for one-way flights and $294 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 13
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$294 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $294 found 5 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 13
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$294 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $294 found 5 days ago
United
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$304 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $304 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 3
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$304 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $304 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 10
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$309 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$309
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $309 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Thu, Jan 29
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$315 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$315
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $315 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 4
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$322 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $322 found 3 days ago
Bargain Flight
Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 16
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$340 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $340 found 17 hours ago
United
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 12
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $342 found 11 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
SMF
Sacramento
HNL
Oahu
$342 Roundtrip, just found
$342
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Sacramento to Oahu, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $342 just found

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $230 - $523 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Honolulu

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 $433
HNL
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $433
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
$294
Distance
2459 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 39 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 January. 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 $166 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?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $166 or cheap return flight from $294 from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) 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 offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
The cheapest month to fly from SMF to HNL is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are usually when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Southwest Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are popular airlines offering reasonable fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) can change depending on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a SMF to HNL flight that fits your preferences and budget.
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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