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Cheapest round-trip
$612
Typical prices: $676-$1,027
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/27Tue 11/3
EWR - HNL • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$690
Typical prices: $733-$1,392
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/1Thu 12/10
JFK - HNL • Non-stop
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Hawaiian Airlines adds complimentary meals in economy on this long-haul route.
JetBlue offers free Wi-Fi; bring snacks for the long flight.
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Cheap Flights from New York to Honolulu (NYC-HNL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York 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 New York to Honolulu

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:03 am - 8:12 pmEWR  Newark-HNL Honolulu
19h 09m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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9:16 pm - 6:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-EWR Newark
16h 40m2 stops Lihue Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$612Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:00 am - 10:09 pmEWR  Newark-HNL Honolulu
20h 09m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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9:37 pm - 6:35 amHNL  Honolulu-EWR Newark
27h 58m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$620Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:00 am - 10:09 pmEWR  Newark-HNL Honolulu
20h 09m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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12:30 pm - 6:35 amHNL  Honolulu-EWR Newark
13h 05m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$639Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:00 am - 10:09 pmEWR  Newark-HNL Honolulu
20h 09m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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12:30 pm - 6:35 amHNL  Honolulu-EWR Newark
13h 05m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$649Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:00 am - 9:20 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HNL Honolulu
20h 20m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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10:35 pm - 9:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 40m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$673Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 8
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8:00 am - 9:12 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HNL Honolulu
19h 12m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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9:25 pm - 9:47 pmHNL  Honolulu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 22m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$673Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:30 am - 6:59 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HNL Honolulu
15h 29m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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5:44 pm - 12:29 pmHNL  Honolulu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$732American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:00 am - 5:57 pmEWR  Newark-HNL Honolulu
14h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:09 pm - 6:47 amHNL  Honolulu-EWR Newark
9h 38mnonstop
$742United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:00 am - 3:16 pmEWR  Newark-HNL Honolulu
15h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:05 pm - 4:53 pmHNL  Honolulu-EWR Newark
12h 48m1 stop San Francisco
$751United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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9:00 am - 7:20 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HNL Honolulu
15h 20m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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10:33 pm - 4:17 pmHNL  Honolulu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 44m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$751American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Honolulu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Honolulu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Honolulu?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Honolulu departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Honolulu from New York usually cost between $745 and $1,164 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $612 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 27-Nov 3).

What is the cheapest New York to Honolulu flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Honolulu costs $635 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Honolulu (HNL). Over the past month, flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Honolulu (HNL) were, on average, 4% cheaper than other New York-Honolulu routes. This is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Honolulu?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Honolulu clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to Honolulu, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Honolulu, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Honolulu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Honolulu is January, where tickets cost $770 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,136 and $1,065 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Honolulu?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $841 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Honolulu?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Honolulu, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New York to Honolulu

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and EWR

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 JetBlue and JFK

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.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Hawaiian Airlines

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$305
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to Honolulu

When to book flights from New York to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from New York to Honolulu: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from New York to Honolulu 
EllenFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Dec 2025
Check your flights a few weeks before your trip and keep checking to see if times have changed, and if you need to adjust your layovers. Our flight went from 10am to 8:30am. We could have missed it.
StevenFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Jun 2025
Be prepared to sit for a long time. Wear loose fitting comfortable clothes.
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Apr 2025
Patients , especially in the airport. RFK airport is crazy busy ! For the flight , get up during the flight to stretch.
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Mar 2024
Bring your own food for snacks because it’s crazy expensive at the airport and the airline doesn’t give that much food for such a long flight.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Honolulu

  • What are some good hotels near Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    The Pacific Marina Inn is a comfortable choice that is less than 2 miles from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and is directly adjacent to the Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park. The Best Western Plaza Hotel is a no-nonsense option that is a 7-minute drive from the airport and a 20-minute drive from the popular Honolulu Museum of Art.

  • Is there anywhere to smoke at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    Although Daniel K. Inouye International Airport does not currently have any indoor smoking areas, there are 10 designated smoking zones located outside of the airport near the Arrival terminals. Each of these areas is clearly labeled by official airport signs, and they provide travelers with both ashtrays and trash cans.

  • Does LaGuardia Airport have any amenities for business travelers?

    If you are traveling from New York to Honolulu for business, consider renting one of the Jabbrrbox workstation pods that are located in Terminal B of LaGuardia Airport. These pods can be rented for increments of 30 minutes, and they provide a quiet and private area for travelers to check their email and get some work done.

  • Does Newark Liberty International Airport have a prayer room?

    There is an interfaith chapel located in Terminal C of Newark Liberty International Airport. It is open during standard airport hours, occasionally hosts public religious services, and provides some religious texts that can be used by travelers for private prayer and meditation.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Honolulu?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Honolulu was $305 for a one-way ticket and $612 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Honolulu?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Honolulu?

    There are 3 airports in New York (Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia.) and only 1 airport in Honolulu (Honolulu). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Newark Liberty Airport to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Honolulu?

    Alaska Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Japan Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Honolulu?

    The Boeing 767-300 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Honolulu?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Honolulu, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Honolulu?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to Honolulu on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Honolulu, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Honolulu are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $769 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,109 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York 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 New York to Honolulu.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from New York 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 New York 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 New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York 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 New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Honolulu

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $523 or less one-way and $981 or less round-trip.
  • If you are interested in flights from New York to Honolulu, there are several different departure airports for you to choose from. For those leaving from Manhattan, consider traveling through LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you are instead located in the city’s suburbs, New York Stewart and Newark Liberty International Airport are more convenient options.
  • To purchase a direct flight from New York to Honolulu, consider making a reservation with JetBlue, United, or Hawaiian Airlines. While JetBlue is known for providing complimentary in-flight entertainment and snacks, both United and Hawaiian Airlines have comfortable seats with ample legroom.
  • For those that would like to store some of their personal belongings upon arriving in Honolulu, head to the Baggage Storage Hawaii desk in the Arrivals area of Terminal 3 at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. In addition to short-term luggage storage, this desk also allows travelers to rent popular beach equipment such as boogie boards, lounge chairs, or umbrellas.
  • Hoping to unwind and relax after a long day of traveling? Pay a visit to the gardens found just outside of Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Filled with a variety of Japanese, Chinese, and Hawaiian flowers, this garden is a tranquil and scenic place that is open to all travelers for no charge.
  • If you would like to treat yourself while you are waiting for your flight to take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport, stop by one of the several XpresSpas that are located in the Departures terminals. These spas offer a variety of beauty services including manicures, pedicures, facials, and massages, making them a convenient place to pass the time before boarding.

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New York to Honolulu

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Honolulu to New York

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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