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Cheapest round-trip
$757
Typical prices: $618-$973
Aeromexico
Sat 9/15Sat 9/22
SJO - HNL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$435
Typical prices: $401-$613
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/21
SJO - HNL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $705 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 14h 41m (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

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:30 am - 4:38 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
37h 08m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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9:30 pm - 10:03 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1
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1:25 pm - 9:12 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
35h 47m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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9:30 pm - 12:05 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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1:25 pm - 4:41 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
31h 16m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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9:25 pm - 10:00 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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1:45 pm - 5:12 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
31h 27m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 12:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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1:25 pm - 9:12 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
35h 47m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 10:03 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 1
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7:15 am - 12:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
33h 00m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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10:59 pm - 12:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:30 am - 9:12 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
41h 42m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 10:03 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 30
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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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7:00 am - 10:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Mexico City Benito Juarez
$757Aeromexico
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 20
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2:25 pm - 8:41 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
34h 16m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:39 pmHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 14m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$930United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 20
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1:15 am - 8:41 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-HNL Honolulu
23h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:32 amHNL  Honolulu-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 07m1 stop San Francisco
$930United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Honolulu flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Honolulu start at $757. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $618 to $973. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $757 on Aeromexico.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Honolulu, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Honolulu?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Honolulu at $586 round-trip.
  • December ($1,062) and June ($988) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Honolulu the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Honolulu are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San José to Honolulu flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$435
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the San José to Honolulu route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $773 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $882, a difference of $109. 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 long is a flight from San José to Honolulu?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Honolulu takes 0h 00m, covering 4,924 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San José to Honolulu?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José to Honolulu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $802. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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.

  • 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 $757 to $3,186. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $470, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 41m, compared with 16h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 17h 25m 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 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 San José to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Honolulu range from $618 to $973, with an average of $802 over the past 12 months. Anything below $618 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $773 - about $109 less than Friday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Honolulu trip for October. Fares historically average $586 round-trip in that month - typically $476 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

Everything you need to know for your flight from San José to Honolulu

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San José (SJO)
Honolulu (HNL)