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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Oakland to Honolulu:

• Earliest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 1:11 pm
• Latest: departs at 4:15 pm and lands at 9:56 pm.

The flight takes about 5h 41m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Oakland to Honolulu:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Oakland to Honolulu takes 5h 41m, covering 2,405 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Honolulu range from $400 to $620, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $496 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $464 round-trip via Lihue (LIH), compared to $507 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Oakland to Honolulu flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Oakland to Honolulu flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Oakland to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $182, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Oakland to Honolulu usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

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

• Lihue (LIH) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Kahului (OGG) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 2% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Oakland to Honolulu. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $473 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $544, a difference of $71.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Oakland and Honolulu. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Kahului (OGG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 8h 34m via San Diego (SAN) and 8h 52m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

Honolulu is 3 hours behind Oakland (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Among airlines operating Oakland to Honolulu flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

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

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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.

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.

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.

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.