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Cheap Flights from Honolulu International to San Diego International

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Flight deals from Honolulu International to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Honolulu International to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 2,482 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,482, select.
San Diego.R 2,585 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,585, select.
San Diego.R 2,585 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,585, select.
San Diego.R 2,606 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,606, select.
San Diego.R 2,668 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,668, select.
San Diego.R 2,772 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,772, select.
San Diego.R 2,916 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,916, select.
San Diego.R 2,931 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,931, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Honolulu International to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 4,253
Jul
from R 3,921
Aug
from R 2,482
Sep
from R 2,585
Oct
from R 2,668
Nov
from R 2,916
Dec
from R 3,978
Jan
from R 4,507
Feb
Find prices
Mar
from R 4,073
Apr
from R 3,807
May
from R 4,698

Direct flights from Honolulu International to San Diego International

Honolulu International to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Honolulu International to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

Honolulu to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,482
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week71

Finding cheap flights from Honolulu International to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Honolulu International to San Diego International is R 5,191. 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.
5 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Honolulu International to San Diego International.
Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Honolulu International to San Diego International.
As of June 2025, there are 71 flights per week flying from Honolulu International to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to San Diego International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Honolulu International Airport to San Diego International Airport on Monday, 11 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 29 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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Flying from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

  • San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Diego three hours ahead of Honolulu.

  • Each week, there are 27 Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, take the 08:10 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:52 with Alaska Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HNL to SAN flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • With direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to San Diego (and then other parts of United States) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Alaska Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for HNL to SAN flights, with 84.17% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between HNL and SAN include:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Kahului Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Currently, R 2,482 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,191. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from HNL to SAN by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HNL to SAN.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HNL arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.42% of the time.

  • Central Honolulu to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near HNL? If you've booked an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • SAN is located at Airport Drive.

  • San Diego International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central San Diego. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Diego. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from HNL to SAN in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Honolulu to San Diego

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