Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Honolulu is UTC-10, which is two hours behind Sacramento.
You can take your pick of ten weekly Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SMF to HNL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport, so jetting to Honolulu (and then exploring more of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With a reliable 89.26% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SMF to HNL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and HNL:
Los Angeles International Airport
Maui Kahului Airport
Lihue Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport flight is R 1,825. A round-trip ticket right now is R 3,651. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from SMF to HNL by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SMF to HNL.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination on time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport, take a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
Consider booking a hotel near HNL if you're catching a late Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Honolulu International Airport rental car and discover Honolulu and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Honolulu International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Honolulu. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Honolulu is September, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to HNL in February. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
