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Cheap Flights from San Diego (SANA) to Honolulu (HNL)

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      Flight deals from San Diego to Honolulu International

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      Honolulu.$421 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $421, select.
      Honolulu.$430 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $430, select.
      Honolulu.$442 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $442, select.
      Honolulu.$448 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.
      Honolulu.$457 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.
      Honolulu.$457 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Honolulu International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.
      Honolulu.$457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Honolulu International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.
      Honolulu.$522 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Honolulu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $522, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Honolulu International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Honolulu International flights are currently cheapest in September.
      May
      from $747
      Jun
      from $614
      Jul
      from $522
      Aug
      from $457
      Sep
      from $430
      Oct
      from $457
      Nov
      from $448
      Dec
      from $693
      Jan
      from $663
      Feb
      from $687
      Mar
      from $696
      Apr
      from $697

      Direct flights from San Diego to Honolulu International

      San Diego to Honolulu International: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from San Diego to Honolulu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Honolulu International.

      San Diego to Honolulu: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$421
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time6 hrs, 12 mins
      Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
      Average flights per week67

      Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Honolulu International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Honolulu International is $421. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      6 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Honolulu International.
      Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from San Diego to Honolulu International.
      As of May 2025, there are 67 flights per week flying from San Diego to Honolulu International.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Honolulu International is usually May 2025.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 12 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Honolulu International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Honolulu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
      The cheapest airline that flies to Honolulu International is Hawaiian Airlines .

      Flying from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): what you need to know

      • Start planning your holiday by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). Explore the options for setting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.

      • Jump on a direct flight from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 8 minutes.

      • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu. The city operates in the UTC-10 timezone and is 3 hours behind San Diego.

      • The busiest route is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), with 27 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SAN to HNL is the 07:25 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 17:12 with Alaska Airlines.

      • Your flight from San Diego to HNL won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

      • If you're going away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.

      Airports in San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • Get to your destination in one go from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Nonstop flights from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) are available from here.

      • You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport leaving from SAN. Book your seat with one of these:

      • SAN is about 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.

      • After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

      About Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

      Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu

      • From Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Honolulu is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.

      • It'll take around 2 hours and 58 minutes to get there using public transport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

      • $228 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Return flights start from $421. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.

      • Lock in flight tickets from San Diego to HNL by booking at least 7 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

      • The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

      • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from San Diego to HNL. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.

      • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

      The best time to fly from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

      • July is the most popular month to board a flight from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Honolulu, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

      • Before locking in your flight from San Diego to HNL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Honolulu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 27ºC.

      • Look for cheap flights from San Diego to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 24ºC on average.

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