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Quick Flight Summary from Honolulu to San Francisco

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $ 147
  • Direct flight duration 5 hour 13 min
  • Arrival airports EMB / SFO
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $ 225

Cheapest flights from Honolulu to San Francisco

Best Price

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
22 Sep, Tue22:39
Honolulu – San Francisco
11h 34m
1 stop
HNLSFO
Shortest Flight

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
23 Sep, Wed21:30
Honolulu – San Francisco
7h 59m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
30 Sep, Wed07:00
Honolulu – San Francisco
9h 40m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
17 Sep, Thu12:35
Honolulu – San Francisco
8h 5m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
29 Sep, Tue22:39
Honolulu – San Francisco
11h 34m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
15 Sep, Tue22:39
Honolulu – San Francisco
11h 34m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
4 Sep, Fri22:45
Honolulu – San Francisco
11h 12m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
8 Sep, Tue22:39
Honolulu – San Francisco
11h 34m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
9 Sep, Wed22:39
Honolulu – San Francisco
11h 34m
1 stop
HNLSFO

Last update: 20 August 2026 15:42

Estimated Prices for Honolulu to San Francisco Flights

Cheapest Day17 September Thursday
Best Price
$ 129
Average Price
$ 213
$ 338
$ 129
$ 303
20Thu
Aug
$ 293
21Fri
22Sat
23Sun
$ 304
24Mon
$ 338
25Tue
26Wed
$ 304
27Thu
$ 152
28Fri
29Sat
$ 228
30Sun
31Mon
01Tue
Sep
$ 172
02Wed
$ 259
03Thu
$ 152
04Fri
05Sat
06Sun
$ 286
07Mon
$ 152
08Tue
$ 152
09Wed
$ 147
10Thu
$ 148
11Fri
$ 255
12Sat
$ 237
13Sun
$ 185
14Mon
$ 148
15Tue
$ 170
16Wed
$ 129
17Thu
$ 179
18Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Honolulu City Center

Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport

Honolulu International Airport can be reached from the city centre by taxi or with a rented vehicle in around 15 minutes. Some hotels offer their guests a shuttle service, which is a practical alternative.  Although construction works on the Honolulu Rail Transit Project is ongoing, travellers that prefer to use public transportation to and from the airport should use the bus until the railway line is complete.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available outside the arrivals terminal. Travel to the city centre by taxi can take approximately 15 minutes. You can rent a vehicle suitable to your budget through car rental companies inside the airport, and drive to the city centre by using the routes I-H-1 E and H-92 E. Considering traffic, the trip from the airport to the city centre usually takes 15 minutes.

Bus

Travellers that prefer to use public transport can use bus routes 19, 20, and 31 to reach different areas of the city. The bus station is located outside of the arrivals terminal.  A one-way ticket costs 2.5 dollars.

Hotel Shuttle Service

Many accommodation options in Honolulu provide shuttle services to guests. You can book a hotel shuttle service for a faster and more comfortable journey. Please be aware that while some hotels provide shuttle services for free, others charge additional fees.

Airport Information

Located 3 miles from the city centre, the Honolulu International Airport is a small airport, but has all the services and facilities expected from an airport. The architectural features of the airport provide plenty of open space. Other than cafes and restaurants, the airport offers accessory stores, a store that sells toys, two lounges and a conference hall.

Transportation to San Francisco City Center from Airport

San Francisco Intl. Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.

San Francisco Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Wednesday
19 Aug
Fog
21°14°
Today
Thursday
20 Aug
Fog
20°14°
Friday
21 Aug
Fog
20°13°
Saturday
22 Aug
Cloudy
20°15°
Sunday
23 Aug
Cloudy
24°14°

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Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Honolulu-San Francisco flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Honolulu-San Francisco flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Honolulu-San Francisco flights, you can use Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Honolulu-San Francisco is 3852 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 40 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Honolulu-San Francisco flights is Thursday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Delta Air Lines starts from approximately $ 129.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Delta Air Lines
$ 129
1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
Alaska Airlines
$ 172

Last update: 15.08.2026

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