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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu from C$ 170

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HNL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Honolulu are usually found in January or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 January 2026.

Mon 23/27:55 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop11h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 26/26:10 a.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop11h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 338
Mon 2/37:00 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/311:04 a.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 344
Tue 5/57:32 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/57:00 a.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop10h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 345
Mon 23/26:33 p.m.
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/29:40 p.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop7h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 351
Wed 25/26:33 p.m.
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/311:50 a.m.
HNL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 352
Mon 2/36:33 p.m.
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/311:10 p.m.
HNL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 353
Tue 24/27:00 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/38:16 a.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop9h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 359
Wed 13/57:51 p.m.
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/57:00 a.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop11h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 364
Mon 23/27:55 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop10h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/35:00 p.m.
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop10h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 366
Sun 1/37:00 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/311:10 p.m.
HNL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 368
Mon 23/27:00 a.m.
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/211:10 p.m.
HNL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 372

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 338

One-way from

C$ 170

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 507

Good one-way deal

C$ 250 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 2/3-4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 17m total
  • San Francisco to Honolulu
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  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 33m total
  • San Francisco to Honolulu
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San Francisco

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Honolulu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

6:33 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Nonstop5h 57m

Honolulu

Thu 5/3

11:10 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop5h 20m

C$ 352

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

7:47 p.m.-10:32 p.m.

Nonstop5h 45m

Honolulu

Thu 16/4

9:16 p.m.-5:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 09m

C$ 352

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

6:33 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Nonstop5h 57m

Honolulu

Sat 7/3

9:28 p.m.-6:04 a.m.

1 stop6h 36m

C$ 372

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Fri 27/2

7:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

Nonstop5h 50m

Honolulu

Tue 3/3

11:10 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop5h 20m

C$ 393

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Nonstop5h 45m

Honolulu

Wed 6/5

11:55 a.m.-8:12 p.m.

Nonstop5h 17m

C$ 393

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

6:36 p.m.-9:23 p.m.

Nonstop5h 47m

Honolulu

Wed 25/3

9:20 p.m.-5:42 a.m.

Nonstop5h 22m

C$ 393

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

7:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

1 stop16h 30m

Honolulu

Thu 21/5

5:40 a.m.-12:06 a.m.

1 stop15h 26m

C$ 396

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

7:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

Nonstop5h 50m

Honolulu

Sat 28/2

7:40 p.m.-5:52 a.m.

1 stop8h 12m

C$ 400

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 22/2

1:15 p.m.-9:28 p.m.

1 stop10h 13m

Honolulu

Mon 2/3

11:37 p.m.-1:48 p.m.

1 stop12h 11m

C$ 408

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

12:05 p.m.-7:49 p.m.

1 stop10h 44m

Honolulu

Tue 12/5

10:05 p.m.-6:11 a.m.

Nonstop5h 06m

C$ 419

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Honolulu is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of C$ 305). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 414). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Honolulu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 January 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Honolulu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Honolulu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Honolulu. Reviews last updated 27 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,829 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Lynn,Aug 2025

OGG - HNL

It was a good flight wish they would offer more than baby drinks
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,829 reviews
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,829 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Lynn,Aug 2025

OGG - HNL

It was a good flight wish they would offer more than baby drinks

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Honolulu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Honolulu is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Honolulu from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) should be relatively easy as there are 21 daily flights to Honolulu from 1 airline. 5h 57m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Honolulu flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu have been viewed 9 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Honolulu in 5h 45m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 3854 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Honolulu is Hawaiian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 352 on this airline. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu for 44% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu are Air China (92%), Turkish Airlines (91%) and United Airlines (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 156. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Honolulu) can be booked for C$ 834 on average, our data indicates C$ 386 when flying from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Honolulu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of C$ 305). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 414). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapestC$ 352AverageC$ 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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