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Cheapest round-trip
$576
Typical prices: $615-$855
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Tue 11/13
CMH - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$288
Typical prices: $361-$607
Delta
Sun 11/18
CMH - HNL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Honolulu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $480 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 11h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Honolulu (CMH-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Honolulu

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:14 am - 5:16 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
15h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:27 pm - 10:49 amHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
11h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$576American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:00 am - 2:34 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
14h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:53 pm - 3:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
12h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$576American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:47 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
12h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:40 pm - 1:12 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
12h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$576United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:35 am - 4:28 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
12h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:45 pm - 1:16 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
12h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$576United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
7:08 am - 2:58 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
13h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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9:35 pm - 4:02 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
12h 27m1 stop Los Angeles
$576Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
7:08 am - 2:53 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
13h 45m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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3:50 pm - 11:51 amHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
14h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$576Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 9:30 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
17h 30m1 stop San Diego
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9:55 pm - 7:45 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
15h 50m1 stop San Diego
$581Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 29
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12:15 pm - 9:30 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
15h 15m2 stops Denver Intl San Diego
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9:55 pm - 7:45 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
15h 50m1 stop San Diego
$587Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:27 am - 5:24 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
13h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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11:59 pm - 8:55 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
15h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$590Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 5:21 pmCMH  Columbus-HNL Honolulu
13h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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11:59 pm - 8:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-CMH Columbus
15h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$624Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Honolulu flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu start at $576. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $615 to $855. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $576 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Honolulu, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Honolulu at $582 round-trip.
  • December ($918) and July ($832) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Columbus Airport to Honolulu the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Honolulu flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$288
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus Airport to Honolulu

When to book flights from Columbus to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Honolulu flight questions, answered

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

  • Can I book a flight with Alaska Airlines for a kid traveling alone from Columbus to Honolulu?

    Alaska will take excellent care of your kid. They will be handed over to the flight crew after being picked up at the airport. Workers will take care of your kid during the trip and hand them off to the right person when they arrive. If there are any unanticipated changes, Alaska Airlines will handle them and let the right people know as soon as possible.

  • Can I travel with my pet on a Southwest flight from Columbus to Honolulu?

    Traveling with Southwest Airlines from Columbus to Honolulu with your pet guarantees you and your pet a pleasant, stress-free trip. Your pets will travel in the hold when placed in an appropriate carrier. It is recommended that you book space for your pet a few hours before your flight since there is limited space for pets on their aircraft.

  • How can I get to downtown Honolulu after landing at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)?

    To get from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to downtown Honolulu, passengers from Columbus have various transport options. Taking a cab in Honolulu will bring you there in about 10 minutes, making it the fastest choice. From Honolulu International Airport, you can also take a shuttle that includes a bus ride into the city, which takes around half an hour.

  • Is there a hotel at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to spend the night before my flight to Honolulu?

    Several hotels are located near John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), where you can spend the night before your flight to Honolulu. Some options include Hilton Columbus Airport, Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Airport, and Hampton Inn Columbus Airport. The hotels are conveniently located within the airport, and some of them provide shuttle services from the airport terminals to the hotels.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Columbus Airport to Honolulu route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $679 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $828, a difference of $149. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 0% above the route average of $725. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Honolulu takes 0h 00m, covering 4,508 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus 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.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Honolulu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $424 to $3,251. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Honolulu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $328, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Honolulu?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 38m, compared with 12h 02m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 12h 04m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Honolulu?

    Honolulu is 6 hours behind Columbus Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern 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 Columbus Airport to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Honolulu range from $615 to $855, with an average of $725 over the past 12 months. Anything below $615 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus 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 Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $679 - about $149 less than Saturday (18% 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 8% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Honolulu trip for September. Fares historically average $582 round-trip in that month - typically $336 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
  • For environmentally-conscious air travel from Columbus (CMH) to Honolulu (HNL), consider reserving your ticket with Delta. Delta focused on investing in sustainable aviation fuel and purchasing more fuel-efficient aircraft to lower its carbon footprint and lessen its adverse effects on the environment. Delta's dedication to combating climate change and ensuring aviation's continued viability is reflected in this change.
  • The shortest time to travel from Columbus to Honolulu is approximately 12 hours, which can be uncomfortable if you travel in a low-class cabin. Suppose you've already purchased Economy Class tickets but hope to make the most of your trip. In that case, it's highly recommended that you consider upgrading to a more luxurious cabin, such as First Class. The majority of airlines, like Delta and American, operating on this route will inform you of the additional cost of the upgrade.
  • United Airlines offers family-friendly options for those flying from Columbus to Honolulu with young children. Families are granted priority boarding, complimentary beverages and snacks, and the opportunity to carry a stroller or car seat on board. Free activity packs for kids of all ages are available on all United domestic flights. These features help create a comfortable setting for families.
  • Several airlines flying from Columbus to Honolulu provide extra services for passengers with food allergies or dietary restrictions. For example, American Airlines offers a variety of extraordinary meal selections to accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions. Vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, and low-sodium options are also available. They also provide safe meals for those who have nuts, seafood, or lactose allergies.
  • Apart from being the major departure airline for Columbus to Honolulu flights, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is also a central airport hub for American Airlines. You can be sure to enjoy American Airlines' best lounge facilities at CMH if you book with the carrier. The airport also serves airlines like Delta, United Airlines, Alaska, and Southwest, which fly to Honolulu.

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