How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to Honolulu?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to Honolulu. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California to Honolulu?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from California is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to Honolulu?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Honolulu with an airline and back to California with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to Honolulu?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Honolulu from California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from California to Honolulu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from California to Honolulu

Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 30

9:30 am - 4:10 pmSFO-HNL

9h 40m1 stop

7:30 am - 6:37 pmHNL-SFO

8h 07m1 stop

$278Hawaiian Airlines

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Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 30

8:35 am - 11:03 amSFO-HNL

5h 28mnonstop

7:30 am - 6:37 pmHNL-SFO

8h 07m1 stop

$285Hawaiian Airlines

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Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 2

12:30 pm - 3:40 pmSAN-HNL

6h 10mnonstop

8:00 am - 4:30 pmHNL-SAN

5h 30mnonstop

$289Alaska Airlines

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Thu, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 13

5:45 pm - 8:45 pmSAN-HNL

6h 00mnonstop

11:55 pm - 12:49 pmHNL-SAN

9h 54m1 stop

$290

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Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 2

10:17 am - 5:10 pmSAN-HNL

9h 53m1 stop

11:09 pm - 2:48 pmHNL-SAN

12h 39m1 stop

$293Alaska Airlines

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Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 30

8:30 am - 11:15 amLAX-HNL

5h 45mnonstop

9:38 pm - 6:11 amHNL-LAX

5h 33mnonstop

$317Delta

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Sun, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 31

5:45 pm - 8:33 pmLAX-HNL

5h 48mnonstop

9:30 am - 9:57 pmHNL-LAX

9h 27m1 stop

$318

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Thu, Oct 23 - Sun, Nov 2

4:50 pm - 7:50 pmLAX-HNL

6h 00mnonstop

9:55 pm - 12:22 pmHNL-LAX

12h 27m1 stop

$321Delta

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 9

8:48 am - 11:45 amLAX-HNL

5h 57mnonstop

3:26 pm - 11:58 pmHNL-LAX

5h 32mnonstop

$322American Airlines

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Mon, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 20

6:05 am - 12:22 pmLAX-HNL

9h 17m1 stop

9:11 pm - 8:53 amHNL-LAX

8h 42m1 stop

$336American Airlines

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Low season	January
High season	July
Cheapest flight	$138

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.

Flight from San Diego to Honolulu

IreneFlew with DeltaLAX-HNLJun 2025

Click the QR code to do the Ag declaration before you board

Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian AirlinesSMF-HNLMar 2025

Bring a blanket for the flight and your own snacks. WiFi on the plane was great and the leg room in our seats was good also

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSJC-HNLMay 2025

Get there early, you may have to walk to a different terminal

LawrenceFlew with United AirlinesSFO-HNLMay 2025

Get to your gate early!!! Very little seating at/near gates 19, 20, 21 and 22. The last couple of flights, American boarding (very different gates) has been very straightforward. The last time on United, boarding at gate 19 was bedlam. Really going to look hard before scheduling on United next time!!!

William DrewFlew with SouthwestSJC-HNLDec 2024

If you're flying from San Jose, arrive at the airport early. You never know how long the line at TSA will be. If you have time, the airport has well-designed facilities and reasonable priced restaurants. The Southwest ground staff is professional and will help you through the check-in and cattle call boarding process

FSFlew with Hawaiian AirlinesOAK-HNLOct 2024

Bring your own headset, else you need to pay for some, if you need them.

William DrewFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-HNLNov 2024

Arrive at least two hours before your flight.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSAN-HNLMay 2024

I suggest packing a big snack bag and a large water bottle in case there are any issues with the flight causing a delay. When there are delays, no food is served, so you are stuck in a chair hungry and thirsty.

MichaelFlew with Alaska AirlinesSAN-HNLMar 2024

Get there early as possible for the long haul across the Pacific.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to Honolulu?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to Honolulu.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California to Honolulu?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from California is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to Honolulu?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Honolulu with an airline and back to California with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to Honolulu?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Honolulu from California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to Honolulu?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to Honolulu.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California to Honolulu?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from California is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to Honolulu?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Honolulu with an airline and back to California with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to Honolulu?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Honolulu from California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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