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Cheap flights from Honolulu to San Francisco from $245

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HNL — SFO
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Honolulu to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Honolulu to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$400

One-way from

$245

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$559
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/2-23/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 32m total
  • Honolulu to San Francisco
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 04m total
  • Honolulu to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Honolulu to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Honolulu to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Thu 13/223:30HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/214:55SFO - HNL
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/1$400
Thu 13/210:58HNL - SFO
1 stop8h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 21/209:00SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 20/1$408
Wed 5/323:34HNL - SFO
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Wed 12/306:05SFO - HNL
1 stop13h 19mDelta
Deal found 19/1$415
Wed 5/316:51HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/306:00SFO - HNL
1 stop16h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/1$481
Wed 5/309:00HNL - SFO
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Sun 9/310:35SFO - HNL
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 19/1$584

Find flights from Honolulu to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Honolulu to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

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HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 13/2

23:30-06:34

Nonstop5h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 23/2

14:55-21:23

1 stop8h 28m

$400

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 13/2

10:58-21:05

1 stop8h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 21/2

09:00-12:59

Nonstop5h 59m

$408

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 5/3

23:34-12:19

1 stop10h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

06:05-16:24

1 stop13h 19m

$415

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 5/3

16:51-23:59

Nonstop5h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

06:00-19:43

1 stop16h 43m

$481

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 5/3

09:00-22:15

2 stops11h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

10:35-17:00

1 stop9h 25m

$584

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 26/2

23:30-06:34

Nonstop5h 04m

$245

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Thu 20/2

07:15-19:50

1 stop10h 35m

$257

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Wed 12/2

09:00-22:15

2 stops11h 15m

$265

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Tue 25/2

23:15-21:41

1 stop20h 26m

$286

HonoluluSan Francisco

HNL - SFO

HNLSFO

Honolulu

Sat 22/3

23:15-07:20

Nonstop5h 05m

$305

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Deals found on 20/1

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Travel insights for flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Honolulu to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Honolulu to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Honolulu to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Honolulu to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 HNL to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from Honolulu to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

The most flights from HNL to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Honolulu to San Francisco. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very Good
9,696 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very Good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.9
Good
2,333 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Honolulu to San Francisco. 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 Honolulu to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Honolulu. Booking flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 25 daily flights to San Francisco from 3 different airlines. 5h 05m is how long a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Honolulu to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $400. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $408 and $415, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Honolulu to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Honolulu to San Francisco are United Airlines ($245), Delta ($257), and Southwest ($265).

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Honolulu, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Turkish Airlines (98%), Lufthansa (98%), United Airlines( 93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,096 for a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $280 while the most popular route, (Honolulu - San Francisco) is currently priced at $415.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu to San Francisco 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 Honolulu to San Francisco?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Honolulu to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 AirlinesCheapest$379Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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