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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Hawaii

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Honolulu
Honolulunonstop$322
Kahului
Kahului1 stop$271
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona1 stop$312
Lihue
Lihue1 stop$226
Hilo
Hilo1 stop$385
Hoolehua
Hoolehua2 stops$842
Kapalua
Kapalua1 stop$754
Lanai City
Lanai City1 stop$749
Hana
Hana2 stops$1,092
Honolulu
Honolulunonstop$322
Kahului
Kahului1 stop$271
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona1 stop$312
Lihue
Lihue1 stop$226
Hilo
Hilo1 stop$385
Hoolehua
Hoolehua2 stops$842
Kapalua
Kapalua1 stop$754
Lanai City
Lanai City1 stop$749
Hana
Hana2 stops$1,092
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Jose to Hawaii flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Jose to Hawaii to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose, California to Hawaii?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Hawaii from San Jose, California usually cost between $424 and $566 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $322 on Alaska Airlines (Dec 7-Dec 21).

What is the cheapest San Jose to Hawaii flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Hawaii from San Jose found in the last 5 days was to Honolulu, at $322 round-trip. The most popular route is from San Jose (SJC) to Honolulu (HNL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $322.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Hawaii?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Hawaii is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $532 on average. Morning departures are around 3% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Hawaii is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $565.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Jose to Hawaii?

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 $558 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Hawaii?

The cheapest month for flights from San Jose to Hawaii is February, when tickets cost $370 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $593 and $586 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Hawaii?

When flying from San Jose to Hawaii, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Jose, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to Hawaii?

To get a below average price on the flight from San Jose to Hawaii, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$104
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from San Jose to Honolulu

Flights from San Jose to Hawaii: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Jose to Hawaii 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2025
Get there early, you may have to walk to a different terminal
William DrewFlew with Southwest-Dec 2024
If you're flying from San Jose, arrive at the airport early. You never know how long the line at TSA will be. If you have time, the airport has well-designed facilities and reasonable priced restaurants. The Southwest ground staff is professional and will help you through the check-in and cattle call boarding process

FAQs - booking Hawaii flights

  • Are there car rental services at Kahului Airport (OGG)?

    Once you arrive at OGG, you may easily rent a vehicle because car rental services are provided in the building that is connected to the baggage claim area by a walkway. Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, SIXT, and Thrifty are a few of the on-site car rental companies.

  • Can I take a direct flight from SJC to Kona International Airport (KOA)?

    You'll be glad to know that Alaska Airlines and United Airlines provide direct flights on this route if you'd like to travel nonstop from SJC to KOA. You are encouraged to reserve your flight far enough in advance to avoid being inconvenienced by the high demand.

  • Do SJC's information desks have easy access?

    There are information desks at both terminals in the baggage claim area that are open from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm in case you have any queries or need assistance. In addition, the airport has installed robots at Airside 11, 21, and 25, respectively, to offer assistance and information about the airport.

  • What is the most efficient route from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to the city center of Honolulu?

    You can drive, take a taxi, or ride the daily direct bus leaving from the Airport Upper Level to get to downtown Honolulu. However, if you are on a tight budget, taking a taxi would be the best option, whereas driving would be the fastest way to the airport.  

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Jose to Hawaii?

    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 San Jose to Hawaii.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from San Jose to Hawaii 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 San Jose to Hawaii?

    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 from San Jose to Hawaii with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Jose to Hawaii?

    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 from San Jose to Hawaii up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Hawaii

  • If you are a member of the U.S. armed forces, you can wait for your flight in the military lounge at San Jose International Airport (SJC). Between Terminals A and B, close to the California and U.S. flags, is where you'll find the lounge.
  • If you want to fly from San Jose Airport to The Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) at a reasonable price, check out the connecting flights for this route that are listed on KAYAK because connecting flights on this route typically have lower ticket prices than direct flights. Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines now provide the aforementioned connected flights.
  • While you wait for your flight to Hawaii at SJC, you can unwind at The Club at SJC A15 in Terminal A on the Airside, at the 3rd Level, across from Gate A15, or at The Club at SJC A8 in Terminal A, at the Main Level Concourse, across from Gate 8. You can enter one of these lounges by paying at the entrance or with a prepaid lounge pass.
  • You'll be glad to know that SJC features family-friendly accommodations if you're traveling with kids. They are close to Terminal A near gate 8 and at Terminal B near gates 8, 18, 21, and 24, with rooms supplied with power outlets and nursing rooms that provide privacy. In addition, there are playgrounds in Terminal B, close to Gate 24, where kids can burn off all their energy before their trip.
  • Kapalua Airport (OGG) is the ideal airport to fly into if you want to visit Kapalua Beach. Given that it is only 5 km (3.1 miles) from the shore using, this airport as the place to land is one of the finest choices.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Jose to Hawaii

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Jose to Hawaii? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4195 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

2.0 MediocreGlenn, Apr 2026
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Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

The crew was very kind and made going to Hawaii relaxing and fun to look forward to! Thank you Southwest for a pleasant flight!

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

Forget beverage, they didn't even have water for half the passangers?

Flight was not full! Had a whole row to myself.

Wifi didn’t work, no service, seats are hard as rocks

Unfortunately it was not a good experience. There was a rude stewardess.

The problem was going through San Diego, a trip that's become a new development.

No complimentary snacks or food. Had to buy drinks and food.

in-flight wifi was not working well. also the cabin temperature was a bit hot.

I wasn’t able to check in prior to arriving at the airport, I was told by the agent I may not get a seat on the plane as others were waiting for seats, I sat there for 2 hours before being assigned a seat, very stressful. The plane was delayed. Overall not a great travel experience for a 44 minute flight.

Larger seats and more room would elevate the experience. Otherwise, it was good!

Check in went pretty well and you didn't lose my bag. After I got a drink from the drink cart they charged me for it, and at the crazy overpriced airport rates. Never had that happen before, is that an american thing? what madness.

I was delayed several times. Missed a very important event. The airline only provided a $12 voucher after being delayed 3 times.

One the nicest and great air crews I’ve experienced and I’ve flown a lot

Wish I got An email stating that I needed to check in at hawaiian even if I made my ticket thru alaska. I had to walk to terminal A from Terminal B.

It was Okay. I do appreciate the flight being on time and the happy crew.

Seats were not bad enough and uncomfortable good legroom in the emergency exit row we were in, but we were forbidden to hold my grandson on my lap for a little while, and the stewardess passed us saying it was against regulations which makes little or no sense when you’re 36,000 feet. The food snacks were really bad. Tasteless tasted like wallpaper, but we’re supposed to be protein bars, and the announcements were all completely incoherent because of the noise of the airplane and the lowness and crackly nature of the PA system.. this was disgraceful. No one in our party could understand a word of what the captain or the flight attendant were saying —not a word! The landing was a little hairy in a pretty stiff crosswind -we bounced before the plane stabilized on the runway

Crew was nice, meal was good. Entertainment had to be rebooted 3 times and still did not work. Turns out there was residue on screen, it needed to be cleaned to prevent the touchscreen buttons from continuously activating. I had entertainment for the last 45 minutes of a 5 hour 45 minute flight. Really unacceptable for first class. Flight attendent indicated your cleaning solution creates this problem. Seems as if this is widely known, you should be using a different product or cleaning better. Really really disappointing which simply added to the wi fi on your planes with reliably never ever works.

Long flight but comfortable and not freezing as I have experienced on Hawaiian flights to the islands. They gave us blankets just in case. Nice touch.

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

Plane was turned around due to fog half way into the flight, Delta did not properly direct passengers to stay on same flight and instead failed to properly rebook on Alaska

Fabulous if you have a portable wheelchair. They can store it in the galley and you can just walk out with it. Really nice and the flat seats are just incredible, very nice. iPads for movies, also pretty nice,

No charging outlets worked. Other than collecting trash attendants didn’t come around. No one could hear flight attendants announcements during the flight. Seat pads were horrible. Sitting on a board for 5 hours. What happened to Hawaiian airlines comfort, hospitality, and extras? Our pilots did an excellent job trying to minimize turbulence and incredible job in landing in windy conditions.

comfortable but the food is horrible. I have flown Hawaiian several times now and no matter what they say the food is its the same squashed bread with melted goop inside. Tastes fake and isnt what they represent, its quite nasty. What happend to real food? And there is NO entertainment!! so not sure why they are asking for a review on that.

Everything was great except having to check in at Alaska. That was a surprise and took extra time and effort. Should have been explained somewhere maybe on the HA electronic ticket.

Check in process was a mess. Long lines, equipment malfuctioning. One line for baggage tags then a second line for bag checkin.

WiFi was not working thus the entertainment system did not work! Over 5 hours with nothing.

It was nice to have WiFi on board to steam on your device.

They canceled our scheduled flight. We flew back one day delayed. The company won't give us any compensation for the delay 😒.

Didn’t experience anything about it. You cancelled our flight 12 hours before our departure. Caused a major disruption with our vacation, and cost us much more money to travel, very disappointed. We’ll think twice about flying Hawaiian Airlines again.

Hawaiian cancelled my flight, told me I had been rebooked to an Alaskan Airlines flight the same day and then neglected to rebook me and my family. Thankfully, a member of Alaskan staff took care of me and made sure my family got to Hawai’i. It was a very rough morning.

My return flight to Honolulu (UA 1170) was on a 777-200. I’d forgotten the weird seating arrangement in first-class (2-2-2); I was in 1B, so I faced the passenger in 1C. Unfortunately, there was a problem with the flight computer, so we left LA an hour late (6:05pm). The meal I chose was Korean BBQ Glazed short rib. It was served with a nice salad and fried rice. This meal was better than breakfast on the outgoing leg. All in all, a decent flying experience. Ratings: 777: 3.75, food: 3.5, service: 5 (out of 5).

Great staff. Clean plane, but we were delayed for more than an hour due to maintenance issues and had to board another plane.

I’m so sorry, I can’t remember her name, I believe it was Dimpti. She was stellar, also a mature Asian flight attendant, lots of flowers in her hair, just as amazing! But literally the crew was AWESOME . Only downside is there weren’t any charging outlets. Maybe I needed to ask a flight attendant , but it would’ve been nice to have one easily accessible.

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

I understand stuff happens, but plane failures are likely due to lack of maintenance. Additionally, air conditioning wasn't working, no snack/drink service, no WiFi. Fortunately, the crew was communicative and light-hearted. United grabbed another plane and we were able to get to our destination.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

Boarding seemed to be organized bedlam. For what ever reason, preboarding took longer than 20 minutes. Made the plane 20 minutes late taking off. Luckily we arrived on time. Flight crew seemed very friendly. Only slight turbulence.

The personnel were professional and friendly. The Boeing 737 Max 9 is too claustrophobic and was very warm at both airport gates, and still warm in the air.

A good, solid, no frills experience. Departed and arrived on time, staff were pleasant and attentive. Loved the Bluetooth connectivity on the SJC to IAH leg. Being able to watch movies and listen to them with my noise cancelling headphones was lovely. Missed that on the IAH to LHR leg (so I put the wired buds on and my over ear Quiet Comforts over those).

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