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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 316 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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.

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 found256 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flights per week87

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 256 €. 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 2026, there are 87 flights per week flying from San Diego to Honolulu International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Honolulu International is usually August.
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 Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
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.

Travelling from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport (HNL): What you need to know

  • San Diego's main airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN). Check out your departure options from this base when searching for your flights from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport (HNL).

  • 6 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct San Diego to Honolulu International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Honolulu is UTC-10, which is two hours behind San Diego. Honolulu International Airport is located in Honolulu.

  • With 39 direct flights a week between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL) is the most popular route. Hawaiian Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SAN to HNL is with Hawaiian Airlines at 8pm.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from San Diego to HNL. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • You can find a direct flight from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport (HNL) departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Top carriers that offer direct flights from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport out of SAN include:

  • Alaska Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from SAN to HNL.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Southwest Airlines.

  • Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • 74% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • CLD is around 48 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Plan ahead to find the fastest way to reach the terminal.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to HNL flight:

  • McClellan-Palomar Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 88% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.

About Honolulu International Airport (HNL)

Getting from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu

  • The centre of Honolulu is roughly 6 kilometres from Honolulu International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport (HNL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport is 128 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 256 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Diego to HNL.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing cheap San Diego to Honolulu International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from San Diego to HNL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport (HNL)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Honolulu. July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport (HNL), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • The warmest month in Honolulu is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your San Diego to HNL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • February sees temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Honolulu International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Honolulu

Explore more of the United States

  • Kahului is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Honolulu. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Palaau State Park, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Kanaha Pond State Wildlife Sanctuary.

  • Around 161 kilometres east of Honolulu, Kīhei is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Kihei Regional Park, Maalaea Beach and Lipoa Street Beach.

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