How often are flights from San Francisco to Honolulu delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Honolulu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Honolulu flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Honolulu flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How popular is this San Francisco to Honolulu flight route?

The San Francisco to Honolulu flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Departing from San Francisco to Honolulu will take you 5h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3854 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Honolulu ranges from 8.0 - 81.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 81.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Honolulu when rainfall is around 8.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Honolulu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Honolulu on time: SWISS (90%), ITA Airways (78%), Avianca (75%).

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of $494). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $820). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to HNL?

When flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Honolulu flights typically cost between $555 and $959 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $453 on Alaska Airlines (12 Jan–12 Jan).

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How popular is this San Francisco to Honolulu flight route?
The San Francisco to Honolulu flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?
Departing from San Francisco to Honolulu will take you 5h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3854 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Honolulu?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Honolulu on time: SWISS (90%), ITA Airways (78%), Avianca (75%).
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Honolulu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu (average of $494). Flying from San Francisco to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $820). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

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When flying from San Francisco to Honolulu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Honolulu flights typically cost between $555 and $959 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $453 on Alaska Airlines (12 Jan–12 Jan).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Honolulu delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Honolulu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Honolulu flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Honolulu flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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San Francisco to Honolulu flights typically cost between $555 and $959 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $453 on Alaska Airlines (12 Jan–12 Jan).