Cheap flights from San Francisco to Honolulu from £156

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HNL
17 Jul — 24 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 June 2026.

Mon 28/916:51
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop10h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/911:33
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6£300
Wed 19/815:51
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop8h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/809:32
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop11h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£300
Mon 10/809:23
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop8h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 27/812:10
HNL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6£301
Tue 4/819:42
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/809:15
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop11h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£302
Sun 9/819:42
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 18/817:42
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop21h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 14/6£303
Tue 11/809:23
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop24h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/813:47
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop7h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£303
Fri 11/919:50
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 17/923:39
HNL
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 16/6£304
Wed 5/808:30
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/815:07
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£305
Wed 5/807:03
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop9h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/807:13
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£306
Mon 10/807:03
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop14h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/821:00
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop18h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6£306
Fri 13/1108:20
SFO
-
HNL
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1108:05
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6£307
Thu 8/1007:35
SFO
-
HNL
Nonstop5h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1010:02
HNL
-
SFO
1 stop10h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£308

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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£300

One-way from

£156

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£432
28/9-29/9
  • 28/9-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 15m total
  • San Francisco to Honolulu
26/9
  • 26/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 59m total
  • San Francisco to Honolulu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Honolulu 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 June 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

07:10-14:39

1 stop9h 29m

Honolulu

Tue 15/12

12:10-19:20

Nonstop5h 10m

£302

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 11/8

09:23-06:40

1 stop24h 17m

Honolulu

Thu 13/8

13:47-23:56

1 stop7h 09m

£303

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Thu 9/7

19:42-22:11

Nonstop5h 29m

Honolulu

Thu 16/7

06:00-23:48

1 stop14h 48m

£315

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

15:25-21:20

1 stop8h 55m

Honolulu

Wed 9/9

22:20-11:25

1 stop10h 05m

£318

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

16:45-19:25

Nonstop5h 40m

Honolulu

Thu 6/8

14:40-22:49

Nonstop5h 09m

£323

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

19:48-22:18

Nonstop5h 30m

Honolulu

Sat 17/10

23:59-08:09

Nonstop5h 10m

£326
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Tue 11/8

19:42-22:11

Nonstop5h 29m

Honolulu

Thu 13/8

23:26-07:31

Nonstop5h 05m

£329
Cheapest one-way

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sat 26/9

18:59-09:58

1 stop17h 59m

£156

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

19:00-21:43

Nonstop5h 43m

£157
Fastest single journey

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Mon 3/8

19:42-22:11

Nonstop5h 29m

£157

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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?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of £262). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of £434). 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 17 June 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Honolulu in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

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 17 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited 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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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?

    If you wish to fly to Honolulu from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. There are 33 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) per day to choose from. Flights to Honolulu from San Francisco are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Honolulu typically takes.

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Honolulu in 9h 29m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Honolulu is about 2395 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Honolulu round-trip from £159. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from £233, and United Airlines, from £358. Users have found that Hawaiian Airlines is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £88. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at £121 while deals on United Airlines start at £145 one-way.

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

    Consider Lufthansa (92%), Qatar Airways (85%) or Air Canada (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines 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 holiday 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of £262). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of £434). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Honolulu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest£159Average£382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£233Average£361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Alaska Airlines flights
United AirlinesCheapest£358Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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