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Cheapest round-trip
$390
Typical prices: $544-$735
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/10Sun 11/11
SBA - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$289
Typical prices: $258-$356
United Airlines
Sun 11/25
SBA - HNL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Honolulu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 17% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $573 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 8h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (SBA-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 12:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
8h 28m1 stop San Diego
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12:40 pm - 11:43 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 03m1 stop San Diego
$390Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:08 am - 2:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
11h 12m1 stop San Diego
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8:25 am - 11:43 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 18m1 stop San Diego
$409Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 12:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
8h 28m1 stop San Diego
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12:40 pm - 11:43 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 03m1 stop San Diego
$409Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 12:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
8h 28m1 stop San Diego
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8:25 am - 11:43 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 18m1 stop San Diego
$409Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 11:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
19h 32m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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8:25 am - 11:43 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 18m1 stop San Diego
$423Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
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2:22 pm - 8:12 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
8h 50m1 stop San Diego
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7:00 am - 9:30 amHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
24h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$428Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 11:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
19h 32m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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8:25 am - 11:43 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 18m1 stop San Diego
$449Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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6:20 am - 12:54 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
8h 34m1 stop San Francisco
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7:55 am - 5:28 pmHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 33m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$458United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:15 am - 1:06 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
8h 51m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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2:40 pm - 12:03 amHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 23m1 stop San Francisco
$458United Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 30
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9:50 am - 5:43 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HNL Honolulu
9h 53m1 stop San Francisco
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10:50 pm - 11:50 amHNL  Honolulu-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles San Francisco
$464United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Honolulu flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 36% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu at $540 round-trip.
  • November ($1,450) and March ($733) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 168% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Honolulu flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$289
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu pass through?

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 2% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Santa Barbara to Honolulu route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $520 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $888, a difference of $368. 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 Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu takes 0h 00m, covering 2,476 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara 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 $390 to $1,726. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to Honolulu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Honolulu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $409, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 07m, compared with 8h 15m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and 8h 47m via San Diego (SAN).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Honolulu?

    Honolulu is 3 hours behind Santa Barbara (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific 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 Santa Barbara to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu range from $544 to $735, with an average of $650 over the past 12 months. Anything below $544 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara 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 Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $520 - about $368 less than Saturday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Honolulu trip for April. Fares historically average $540 round-trip in that month - typically $910 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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

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