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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Diego to Honolulu:

• Earliest: departs at 08:05 and lands at 14:23
• Latest: departs at 17:56 and lands at 00:14.

The flight takes about 6h 18m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Honolulu:

• Economy class
• First Class

A direct flight from San Diego to Honolulu takes 6h 18m, covering 2,608 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from San Diego to Honolulu range from £304 to £463, with an average of £379 over the past 12 months. Anything below £304 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £379 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £336 return via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared with £382 for direct.

Southwest is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Alaska Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Diego to Honolulu flights are:

• Southwest: 83% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 80% on time
• Hawaiian Airlines: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £30–£67 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Honolulu flights, with 75% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £258 to £1,733. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Diego to Honolulu flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Diego to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £138, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

Honolulu Airport (HNL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £42 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Lucky Owl Car Rental
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from San Diego to Honolulu usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Diego to Honolulu route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 33m.

One-stop flights from San Diego to Honolulu most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) – 55% of one-stop connections
• Kahului (OGG) – 14% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Diego to Honolulu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £359 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £412, a difference of £53.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between San Diego and Honolulu. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 31m, compared to 8h 48m via Kona Intl (KOA) and 8h 51m via San Francisco (SFO).

Honolulu is 2 hours behind San Diego (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Honolulu on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Diego to Honolulu flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Hawaiian Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The airport has several joints for hungry travelers. You can find bars, restaurants, and cafes in the Overseas Terminal. Pizza Hut is one such facility that offers fast food services. You’ll find a bar in the Commuter Terminal that serves snacks.

You can use a free online platform to book your parking at the San Diego airport. Parking services are available 24h daily with dedicated staff to keep your car safe when you fly out of San Diego.

The airport has wheelchairs at the check-in area for disabled passengers. There are also toilet facilities and elevators designed for such travelers. You’ll find TDD telephones in every terminal to facilitate communication.

You’ll find several lounges at San Diego airport with incomparable services. The Air Space lounge exists in Terminal 2 east, sandwiched between gates 23 and 33. The facility has free Wi-Fi and guests can enjoy free showers and food.