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Cheapest round-trip
$760
Typical prices: $742-$996
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Thu 2/1Tue 2/6
SJO - HNL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$445
Typical prices: $452-$625
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Mon 1/15
SJO - HNL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Honolulu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $860 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Honolulu (SJO-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Honolulu

Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
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1:45 pm - 5:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
32h 05m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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10:59 pm - 10:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 16m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$760Aeromexico
Sat, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 28
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1:45 pm - 12:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
26h 30m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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10:59 pm - 10:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 16m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$760Aeromexico
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8
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1:45 pm - 12:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
26h 30m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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8:00 am - 12:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$766Aeromexico
Thu, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 29
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1:45 pm - 5:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
32h 05m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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8:00 am - 12:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$766Aeromexico
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:21 pm - 9:04 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
35h 43m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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8:00 am - 10:09 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$788Aeromexico
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:21 pm - 5:44 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
32h 23m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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10:55 pm - 12:06 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$795Aeromexico
Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 2
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1:23 am - 4:56 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
19h 33m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:40 pm - 11:25 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
$827Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 7
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1:45 pm - 9:07 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
35h 22m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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10:59 pm - 10:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 16m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$838Aeromexico
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 27
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8:45 am - 9:11 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
16h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
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2:40 pm - 12:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 35m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$942United Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 14
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8:45 am - 9:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
16h 30m1 stop San Francisco
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2:50 pm - 12:21 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 31m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$968United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Honolulu flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Honolulu?

Round-trip flights from San José to Honolulu typically range from $742 to $996. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $760, on Aeromexico.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Honolulu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Honolulu. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San José to Honolulu?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Honolulu at $701 round-trip.
•December ($1,030) and June ($988) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for San José to Honolulu flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$445
Beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from San José to Honolulu

When to book flights from San José to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José 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 San José to Honolulu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Honolulu?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Honolulu.

  • How long is a flight from San José to Honolulu?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Honolulu takes 00m, covering 4,924 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Honolulu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Honolulu range from $742 to $996, with an average of $854 over the past 12 months. Anything below $742 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San José 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 $760 to $7,257. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San José to Honolulu looking right now?

    One-way fares from San José to Honolulu are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $567.

  • 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 $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Lucky Owl Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Honolulu?

    Flights from San José to Honolulu usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Honolulu pass through?

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

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Honolulu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from San José to Honolulu. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $796 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $892, a difference of $96.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 28m, compared with 16h 29m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 17h 15m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Honolulu?

    Honolulu is 4 hours behind San José (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Honolulu?

    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.

Your guide to booking San José to Honolulu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $796, about $96 less than Tuesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Honolulu trip for May. Fares historically average $701 round-trip in that month - typically $329 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

More options for your flight from San José to Honolulu

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