San Diego (SAN) to Honolulu (HNL) Flights: Your Gateway to Oahu
Cheapest flight found
$229
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: SAN → HNL
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$229
Highest Fare
$385
Median Fare
$308
Price Spread
$157
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $229)
Most expensive month: April 2026 (from $385)
Biggest price drop caught: $131 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Southwest
What This Means for You
Flights from San Diego to Honolulu range from $229 to $385, a $157 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $131 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
San Diego (SAN)
To
Honolulu (HNL)
Airport Information
San Diego (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is uniquely located just three miles from downtown San Diego, making it one of the most accessible urban airports in the United States. Known for its single-runway efficiency, Terminal 2 serves most major carriers heading to Hawaii, including Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines. Passengers can enjoy a variety of local dining options and local art installations while waiting for their flight, all while benefiting from the airport's commitment to sustainability and passenger comfort in its modern, easy-to-navigate facilities.
Honolulu (HNL)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) serves as the primary gateway to the Hawaiian Islands and is located just northwest of downtown Honolulu. The airport features a unique open-air design in many sections, allowing travelers to immediately feel the warm trade winds and smell the tropical flora upon deplaning. As a major hub for Hawaiian Airlines, HNL offers extensive inter-island connections if your journey continues to Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island, and it provides various shuttle, taxi, and car rental services to reach the nearby resort districts of Waikiki and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the nonstop flight from San Diego to Honolulu?
The flight duration from SAN to HNL typically ranges between 5 hours and 45 minutes to 6 hours and 15 minutes, depending on wind speeds and weather conditions.
Which airlines offer direct flights between SAN and HNL?
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Southwest Airlines currently offer regular nonstop service from San Diego to Honolulu.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Honolulu?
Hawaii follows Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time, which does not observe Daylight Saving Time. This means Honolulu is 2 hours behind San Diego in the winter and 3 hours behind in the summer.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Honolulu?
No, because Hawaii is a U.S. state, a valid government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or Real ID) is sufficient for U.S. citizens and residents traveling between San Diego and Honolulu.
What is the best way to get from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki?
Travelers can use ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft, take a pre-booked airport shuttle, hire a taxi, or use 'TheBus,' Honolulu's public transit system, though luggage restrictions apply on city buses.
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