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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$330
Typical prices: $415-$620
Southwest
Sun 10/25Wed 10/28
OAK - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$340
Typical prices: $464-$626
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/21Wed 10/28
OAK - HNL • Non-stop
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Hawaiian Airlines economy includes a complimentary meal on longer Oakland-Honolulu flights.
Southwest adds free snacks and Wi-Fi; Rapid Rewards has no blackout dates.
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Honolulu (OAK-HNL)

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

Sun, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 6:20 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
7h 25m1 stop Kahului
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9:40 am - 8:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
7h 50m1 stop Lihue
$330Southwest
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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5:55 am - 3:45 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
11h 50m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 11:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
10h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$332Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 3:45 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
11h 50m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 11:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
10h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$332Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 4:25 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
10h 35m2 stops San Diego San Jose
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5:25 pm - 5:30 amHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
10h 05m1 stop Kahului
$333Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
8:30 am - 12:35 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
7h 05m1 stop Lihue
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8:15 am - 10:10 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
10h 55m2 stops San Jose Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$333Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
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12:40 pm - 9:15 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
11h 35m2 stops Los Angeles San Jose
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1:25 pm - 5:30 amHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
13h 05m1 stop Lihue
$333Southwest
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 5:12 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
13h 17m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
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11:15 am - 11:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
10h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$338Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:23 am - 7:26 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
12h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:20 pm - 1:19 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
12h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$416Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:23 am - 7:26 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
12h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:56 pm - 9:27 amHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
15h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$416Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:23 am - 7:26 pmOAK  Oakland-HNL Honolulu
12h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:20 pm - 1:19 pmHNL  Honolulu-OAK Oakland
12h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$416Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Oakland to Honolulu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Oakland 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 Oakland, California 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 Oakland, California to Honolulu departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Honolulu from Oakland, California usually cost between $431 and $592 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $330 on Southwest (Oct 25-Oct 28).

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

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Honolulu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland 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 Oakland to Honolulu is January, where tickets cost $370 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $582 and $565 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Oakland 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 $502 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland to Honolulu, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 3% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Oakland to Honolulu

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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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.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on OAK

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$157
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Oakland to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Oakland to Honolulu

  • Which transportation means will get me to Honolulu city from HNL faster?

    A taxi will have you in downtown Honolulu in approximately 8min, making them the faster option. Taxis charge anywhere between $28 and $35. Travelers on a budget can opt for the more budget-friendly shuttles, which charge around $7.

  • Does Oakland Airport have long-term lots?

    Those flying out of Oakland for more extended periods can leave their vehicles at the longer-term lots like the daily lot, which charges around $24. Another suitable long-term alternative is the Economy lot, available for around $18 for 24h.

  • Can I rent a vehicle from HNL?

    Travelers who wish to rent vehicles from HNL can obtain their desired vehicle from various car rentals, including popular options like Hertz, and Avis, most of which are located at the parking garage of T2. Several shuttles stop outside the baggage claim area, ready to ferry travelers to the facility.

  • What unique attractions will I find at HNL?

    Spare some time to admire some of HNL’s most popular attractions, like the cultural gardens situated in T1, which have Chinese, Japanese, and Hawaiian influences. Travelers are also at liberty to explore the unique art pieces spread all over the vast facility.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Oakland to Honolulu?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland to Honolulu was $157 for a one-way ticket and $330 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Oakland to Honolulu?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Oakland to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Oakland to Honolulu?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Oakland to Honolulu, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Oakland to Honolulu are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $541 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $481 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland with another airline. Booking your flights between Oakland and HNL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $186 or less one-way and $480 or less round-trip.
  • Nonstop flights to Honolulu Airport (HNL) from Oakland Airport (OAK) are available with Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Other alternative airlines operating flights to Honolulu include Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines, although you should anticipate layovers before arriving at Honolulu.
  • Travelers heading to Oakland airport from downtown Oakland can hop onboard the BART train, which one can board from the Oakland station in the city center. The train trip costs around $8.60 and takes approximately 12min to arrive at the Coliseum station, from where one can ride the train for about 8min to the BART station situated near the airport’s terminals.
  • Travelers with special needs and disabilities can request porter services through their airline before landing at HNL. Inter-airport shuttles are fitted with ramps to ferry passengers with mobility challenges from one terminal to another. Text telephones and message boards are available around the facility for those with hearing difficulties.
  • Travelers can catch up on work, relax or enjoy some refreshments before a flight at OAK’s cozy Escape lounge found in T1 next to gate 8A. The lounge’s standard walk-in rate is around $45.
  • Long waiting times at Oakland Airport are better spent exploring the magnificent art installations like the vast glass window wall in T2 or the magnificent kinetic sculpture of bird wings found near the security checkpoint of T2.
  • Travelers with too much luggage can utilize HNL’s baggage carts, which they can obtain free of charge at the arrivals area. Travelers arriving in Honolulu can also rent strollers and beach chairs from the luggage storage area in T2.
  • Tired travelers can find cozy accommodations without having to travel far from HNL. The closest hotel, which is approximately 3min away from the terminals, is the comfortable Airport Honolulu hotel. One can also stay at the luxurious Best Western Plaza, situated about 5min away.

Prefer to fly direct from Oakland to Honolulu?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Oakland to Honolulu.
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Direct departures

Oakland to Honolulu

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Honolulu to Oakland

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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