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

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Honolulu

How long does it take to fly to Honolulu?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Honolulu you fly into. For example, flying from San Jose to Honolulu takes 5h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Honolulu takes 5h 29m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

As of February 2026, 855 flights take off from California and land in Honolulu each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

As of February 2026, there are 122 flights per day flying from California to Honolulu. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 49% of flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Honolulu?

United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Honolulu from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Honolulu. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Honolulu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from California to Honolulu Airport refresh daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Honolulu Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Honolulu Airport?

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 Honolulu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Honolulu Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Honolulu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Honolulu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:30 am - 12:32 pm

LAX

HNL

6h 02mnonstop

9:03 am - 11:18 pm

HNL

LAX

12h 15m

1 stop

$242Alaska Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25

9:20 am - 4:48 pm

LAX

HNL

10h 28m

1 stop

7:00 am - 9:57 pm

HNL

LAX

11h 57m

1 stop

$243Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

6:55 pm - 9:45 pm

LAX

HNL

5h 50mnonstop

4:10 pm - 9:02 am

HNL

LAX

13h 52m

1 stop

$244Delta

Sun, Apr 19 - Mon, May 4

7:00 am - 11:15 am

LAX

HNL

6h 15mnonstop

7:50 am - 3:11 pm

HNL

LAX

5h 21mnonstop

$245Hawaiian Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Mar 7

4:51 pm - 9:01 pm

LAX

HNL

6h 10mnonstop

12:21 pm - 11:59 pm

HNL

LAX

8h 38m

1 stop

$246Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 16

6:33 pm - 10:30 pm

SFO

HNL

5h 57mnonstop

7:40 pm - 5:52 am

HNL

SFO

8h 12m

1 stop

$248Hawaiian Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

6:33 pm - 10:30 pm

SFO

HNL

5h 57mnonstop

11:10 pm - 6:30 am

HNL

SFO

5h 20mnonstop

$254Alaska Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

6:33 pm - 10:30 pm

SFO

HNL

5h 57mnonstop

11:10 pm - 6:30 am

HNL

SFO

5h 20mnonstop

$255Alaska Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

9:54 am - 9:21 pm

SAN

HNL

13h 27m

2 stops

12:35 pm - 11:40 pm

HNL

SAN

9h 05m

1 stop

$292United Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26

9:46 am - 4:30 pm

SAN

HNL

9h 44m

1 stop

7:00 am - 8:12 pm

HNL

SAN

10h 12m

2 stops

$293United Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 20

Alaska Airlines flights from California to Honolulu

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Alaska Airlines

Feb 23

LAX8:30 amLos Angeles

6h 02m

HNL12:32 pmHonolulu

Feb 25

HNL9:03 amHonolulu

12h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:18 pmLos Angeles

$242

Alaska Airlines

Feb 24

LAX8:30 amLos Angeles

11h 41m

1 stop

HNL6:11 pmHonolulu

Mar 4

HNL2:25 pmHonolulu

6h 53m

1 stop

LAX11:18 pmLos Angeles

$247

Alaska Airlines

Feb 23

SFO6:33 pmSan Francisco

5h 57m

HNL10:30 pmHonolulu

Mar 2

HNL11:10 pmHonolulu

5h 20m

SFO6:30 amSan Francisco

$254

United Airlines flights from California to Honolulu

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United Airlines

Mar 2

LAX12:08 pmLos Angeles

10h 52m

1 stop

HNL9:00 pmHonolulu

Mar 9

HNL10:30 pmHonolulu

7h 21m

1 stop

LAX8:51 amLos Angeles

$256

United Airlines

Feb 26

LAX5:15 pmLos Angeles

6h 06m

HNL9:21 pmHonolulu

Mar 2

HNL11:30 pmHonolulu

9h 30m

1 stop

LAX11:00 amLos Angeles

$259

United Airlines

Mar 10

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

9h 11m

1 stop

HNL12:11 pmHonolulu

Mar 10

HNL10:30 pmHonolulu

5h 04m

SFO6:34 amSan Francisco

$261

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Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

8:30 am-12:32 pm

Nonstop6h 02m

Honolulu

Wed 2/25

9:03 am-11:18 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$242

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

9:20 am-4:48 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Honolulu

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-9:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$243

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

6:55 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

Honolulu

Mon 5/4

4:10 pm-9:02 am

1 stop13h 52m

$244

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop6h 15m

Honolulu

Sat 3/7

7:50 am-3:11 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$245

Los AngelesHonolulu

LAX - HNL

LAXHNL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

4:51 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Honolulu

Mon 3/16

12:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$246

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:33 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

Honolulu

Mon 3/2

7:40 pm-5:52 am

1 stop8h 12m

$248

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:33 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

Honolulu

Mon 3/2

11:10 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$254

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:33 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

Honolulu

Mon 3/2

11:10 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$255

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Mon 2/23

9:54 am-9:21 pm

2 stops13h 27m

Honolulu

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$292

San DiegoHonolulu

SAN - HNL

SANHNL

San Diego

Tue 4/14

9:46 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Honolulu

Mon 4/20

7:00 am-8:12 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$293

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Honolulu?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Honolulu from California, with most prices found around $317. If you’re not able to fly to Honolulu in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Honolulu during January average around $327.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Honolulu. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $417. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Honolulu on Friday is $470.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Honolulu is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Honolulu in the evening for as low as $408. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Honolulu, so prices are often more expensive at around $498 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Honolulu flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Honolulu from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Honolulu for around $405 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Honolulu from California for as low as $362 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Honolulu 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 Honolulu flights?

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

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Best Price Found	$168
Fastest flight time	5h 24m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Honolulu	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Honolulu from California in the past 72 hours is $168. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Honolulu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $298.

The fastest flight from California to Honolulu takes 5h 24m

Direct flights go from California to Honolulu every day.

There is 1 airport in Honolulu. From California there are direct flights to Honolulu (HNL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Honolulu Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Honolulu Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Honolulu Airport?
As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Honolulu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Honolulu Airport?
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 Honolulu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Honolulu Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Honolulu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Honolulu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Honolulu?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Honolulu is Boeing 777 (17.95% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (13.78%), Boeing 757-300 (12.13%), and Boeing 737 MAX 9 (10.85%).

Best airlines flying from California to Honolulu

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,132 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,830 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,231 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,213 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,892 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $232	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,831 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $279	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,272 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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