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Cheapest round-trip
$592
Typical prices: $604-$986
Multiple Airlines
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ORD - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$594
Typical prices: $675-$1,109
American Airlines
Sat 3/3Sat 3/10
ORD - HNL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 9h 07m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $441 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Honolulu (ORD-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Honolulu

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:49 pm - 12:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
21h 14m1 stop San Diego
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10:51 am - 5:40 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$592Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:15 pm - 11:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
24h 55m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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8:25 am - 11:49 pmHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 24m1 stop San Diego
$593Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 9
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10:00 am - 3:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
9h 15mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 7:10 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 10mnonstop
$594American Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 10
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10:00 am - 3:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
9h 15mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 7:10 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 10mnonstop
$594American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:00 am - 11:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
19h 14m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
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3:33 pm - 7:00 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$594Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:40 am - 8:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
18h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
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10:45 pm - 4:47 pmHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$596Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:30 am - 8:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
15h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:25 pm - 12:03 pmHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
$597Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:55 pm - 8:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
12h 01m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:40 pm - 7:48 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 08mnonstop
$598United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12
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11:52 am - 10:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
14h 18m1 stop San Francisco
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4:55 pm - 5:01 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 06mnonstop
$598United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 3:21 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HNL Honolulu
12h 01m1 stop San Diego
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12:10 pm - 5:40 amHNL  Honolulu-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$602Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu at $600 round-trip.
  • June ($959) and July ($920) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Honolulu

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on HNL

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$243
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
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When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Honolulu

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What family services are offered at Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    ORD offers baby care facilities ideal for nursing mothers looking to feed their babies in private. The nursing stations have sinks, comfy seating, and a wash area. You’ll find them in every terminal. The airport also has family washrooms in every terminal equipped with baby changing facilities. There’s also a family lounge in Terminal 2’s Main Hall, which features toys, games, climbing structures for the kids, and comfortable seats for the parents.

  • What accessible services are available at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    HNL has provided barrier-free access by providing ramps and elevators for access to the higher levels of the airport. The airport also has accessible restrooms and fountains and reserved parking spots for passengers with limited mobility. Moreover, the Skycaps will assist with your luggage if you plan with your airline. TTYs and airport paging are some of the facilities and services offered for the hard of hearing at HNL. Guide dog services, braille-coded elevator buttons, Aira services, and tactile guide paths are in place for low-vision passengers.

  • What are the transport options at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    The bus is the primary mode of public transportation from HNL and will connect you to downtown Honolulu and the surrounding areas. The airport has also provided a Handi-Van for physically challenged passengers. You can also take an airport shuttle; Roberts Hawaii Speed Shuttle and SpeediShuttle provide door-to-door services from HNL. Taxis are also available outside the baggage claim area; all are metered. You can also take hotel shuttles, as most hotels in Honolulu offer this service. Car rentals are also an option, and Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, Advantage, Avis, and National have their counters opposite Baggage Claim G.

  • Are pets allowed to travel through Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    Yes, your pet is welcome to travel through ORD. However, TSA requires all pets to remain within their carrier while at the airport. Pets can only leave their crates when walking through security or using pet relief areas. ORD has both indoor and outdoor relief areas. The indoor area is in Terminal 3’s rotunda area, and the outdoor areas are in the multimodal facility and on the lowest levels of Terminals 5, 1, and 2.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Honolulu. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $441 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $870 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $690 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $909, a difference of $219. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Honolulu?

    Some of the most popular sights in Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Convention Center and Kahala. These are among the most viewed places in Honolulu on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:15 am and lands at 6:22 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 am and lands at 7:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 9h 07m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $782. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu takes 9h 07m, covering 4,234 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $258, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 03m, compared with 11h 06m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 11h 25m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Honolulu?

    Honolulu is 5 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Honolulu Airport (HNL)?

    Honolulu Airport (HNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Lucky Owl Car Rental
    · Hertz
    · Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu range from $604 to $986, with an average of $782 over the past 12 months. Anything below $604 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $690 - about $219 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu trip for February. Fares historically average $600 round-trip in that month - typically $359 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 85% of United Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Honolulu arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 81%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 3 hours 10 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $441 round-trip on this route - about $429 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Honolulu Airport.
    - Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    - Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
    - Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) consists of four terminals, three side by side and one across a taxiway. ORD has provided the ATS people mover for easy inter-terminal connections and getting around the airport complex.
  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) has the Flight Deck Business Center for passengers needing internet, computer stations, fax and copy services, postal services, and more after their flight. There are five locations, one in Terminal 1’s Central Lobby and four in Terminal 2 around Gate D1, F1, between G1-F2, and around Security Checkpoint 4.
  • Around 1,893 kg of carbon is emitted per passenger on flights from Chicago to Honolulu. Fly more sustainably with United Airlines and American Airlines, as they offer flights emitting 40% and 38% less carbon per passenger.
  • Unwind after your flight at the airline lounges at HNL. Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines have lounges you can access by showing your flight ticket and paying at the door.
  • The Hilton Athletic Club at ORD is a great place to pass the time before your flight. You can access the club by paying a small fee and get access to their steam room, lap pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, and full-service locker rooms.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Honolulu?

 
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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Honolulu

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Tuesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Honolulu to Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Saturday

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