How many flights depart from California to Hawaii on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 82 flights per day flying from California to Hawaii. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00AM, with 50% of flights taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Hawaii?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to Hawaii

How long is the flight from California to Hawaii?

Flight times from California to Hawaii vary, but if you’re flying out of San Jose and flying into Honolulu (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 5h 25m on average. Another popular route from California to Hawaii is flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, which will take roughly 5h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Hawaii?

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Hawaii from California according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Hawaii. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Hawaii on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Hawaii on average per week?

As of December 2025, 579 flights take off from California and land in Hawaii each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 29% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Hawaii?

Prices for flights from California to Hawaii were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Hawaii?

As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Hawaii.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Hawaii?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Hawaii.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hawaii?

The required travel and health documents for your Hawaii trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Hawaii. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:00 am - 1:05 pm

LAX

KOA

6h 05mnonstop

2:34 pm - 12:34 am

KOA

LAX

8h 00m1 stop

$238United Airlines

Wed, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 12

9:22 am - 1:13 pm

LAX

KOA

5h 51mnonstop

4:53 pm - 12:24 am

KOA

LAX

5h 31mnonstop

$239Hawaiian Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 26

8:47 am - 12:31 pm

LAX

KOA

5h 44mnonstop

1:43 pm - 11:20 pm

KOA

LAX

7h 37m1 stop

$242Hawaiian Airlines

Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14

7:25 am - 2:44 pm

LAX

KOA

9h 19m1 stop

2:34 pm - 12:34 am

KOA

LAX

8h 00m1 stop

$246United Airlines

Thu, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 14

7:00 am - 9:35 am

LAX

KOA

5h 35mnonstop

2:38 pm - 11:03 pm

KOA

LAX

5h 25mnonstop

$249Alaska Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 6

5:55 am - 12:28 pm

SFO

OGG

8h 33m1 stop

9:05 pm - 12:23 pm

OGG

SFO

13h 18m1 stop

$257Delta

Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22

6:00 am - 3:55 pm

SFO

LIH

11h 55m1 stop

10:10 pm - 10:05 am

LIH

SFO

9h 55m1 stop

$257American Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

7:16 am - 11:10 am

SFO

LIH

5h 54mnonstop

4:50 pm - 11:59 pm

LIH

SFO

5h 09mnonstop

$258Alaska Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Mar 1

8:30 am - 12:28 pm

LAX

OGG

5h 58mnonstop

2:02 pm - 9:20 pm

OGG

LAX

5h 18mnonstop

$258Delta

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

12:30 pm - 4:37 pm

LAX

LIH

6h 07mnonstop

11:00 pm - 6:38 am

LIH

LAX

5h 38mnonstop

$268American Airlines

Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14

Alaska Airlines flights from California to Hawaii

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 30

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

5h 35m

KOA9:35 amKona Intl

May 6

KOA2:38 pmKona Intl

5h 25m

LAX11:03 pmLos Angeles

$249

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 8

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

5h 35m

KOA9:35 amKona Intl

Apr 14

KOA2:38 pmKona Intl

5h 25m

LAX11:03 pmLos Angeles

$256

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 7

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

5h 35m

KOA9:35 amKona Intl

Apr 13

KOA2:38 pmKona Intl

5h 25m

LAX11:03 pmLos Angeles

$257

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United Airlines flights from California to Hawaii

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United Airlines

Jan 7

LAX9:00 amLos Angeles

6h 05m

KOA1:05 pmKona Intl

Jan 12

KOA2:34 pmKona Intl

8h 00m

1 stop

LAX12:34 amLos Angeles

$238

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United Airlines

Jan 8

LAX7:25 amLos Angeles

9h 19m

1 stop

KOA2:44 pmKona Intl

Jan 14

KOA2:34 pmKona Intl

8h 00m

1 stop

LAX12:34 amLos Angeles

$246

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United Airlines

Jan 8

LAX7:25 amLos Angeles

9h 19m

1 stop

KOA2:44 pmKona Intl

Jan 12

KOA2:34 pmKona Intl

8h 00m

1 stop

LAX12:34 amLos Angeles

$247

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Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

9:00 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Kona Intl

Mon 1/12

2:34 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 00m

$238

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

9:22 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

Kona Intl

Thu 2/26

4:53 pm-12:24 am

Nonstop5h 31m

$239

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

8:47 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

Kona Intl

Wed 1/14

1:43 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$242

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

7:25 am-2:44 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Kona Intl

Wed 1/14

2:34 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 00m

$246

Los AngelesKailua-Kona

LAX - KOA

LAXKOA

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

7:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/6

2:38 pm-11:03 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$249

San FranciscoKahului

SFO - OGG

SFOOGG

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

5:55 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Kahului

Thu 1/22

9:05 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$257

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Lihue

Mon 1/26

10:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop9h 55m

$257

San FranciscoLihue

SFO - LIH

SFOLIH

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

7:16 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 54m

Lihue

Sun 3/1

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

$258

Los AngelesKahului

LAX - OGG

LAXOGG

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

8:30 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop5h 58m

Kahului

Thu 2/5

2:02 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

$258

Los AngelesLihue

LAX - LIH

LAXLIH

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

12:30 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

Lihue

Wed 1/14

11:00 pm-6:38 am

Nonstop5h 38m

$268

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Hawaii

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Hawaii?

If you don’t want to visit Hawaii in February, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $318.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Hawaii?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Hawaii from California is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $413. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from California to Hawaii on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $451. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Hawaii?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Hawaii flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Hawaii in the evening for as low as $390. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $492.

What is the cheapest California to Hawaii flight route?

Fly from San Diego to Kahului for the best California - Hawaii flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Hawaii?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Hawaii from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Hawaii for around $402 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Hawaii from California for as low as $346 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Hawaii flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Hawaii flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Hawaii flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Hawaii.

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Best Price Found	$99
Fastest flight time	5h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Hawaii	40 airports

The best one-way flight to Hawaii from California in the past 72 hours is $99. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Hawaii found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $247.

The fastest flight from California to Hawaii takes 5h 15m

Direct flights go from California to Hawaii every day.

There are 40 airports in Hawaii. From California there are direct flights to Honolulu (HNL), Lihue (LIH), Kona Intl (KOA), Kahului (OGG).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Hawaii?
Prices for flights from California to Hawaii were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Hawaii?
As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Hawaii.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Hawaii?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Hawaii.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hawaii?
The required travel and health documents for your Hawaii trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Hawaii. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Hawaii?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Hawaii is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (20.52% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (13.55%), Boeing 757-300 (9.64%), and Boeing 737 MAX 9 (8.92%).

Best airlines flying from California to Hawaii

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $181	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,819 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,476 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,896 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $247	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,249 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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Can I find flights from California to Hawaii with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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