Flights From Hawaii — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights

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Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Los Angeles (LAX) start at $225 roundtrip with Hawaiian Airlines on May 15, 2024, based on 2024 booking data from Skyscanner.

How Much Do Flights From Hawaii Cost?

Hawaiian Airlines (HA) offers the lowest base fares from HNL to LAX at $225–$299 roundtrip during May 2024. United Airlines (UA) averages $345–$420 for similar travel dates, while Alaska Airlines (AS) charges $312–$385. All three carriers include one 23kg checked bag, but Hawaiian Airlines adds a $50 fee for extra bags beyond the first. Book 5 weeks before departure to secure these rates—prices rise 22% if booked 2 weeks out.

Airline Comparison: Prices & Baggage

Airline	Base Price (HNL-LAX)	Flight Duration	Bags Included	Extra Bag Fee
Hawaiian Airlines (HA)	$225–$299	5h 20m	1x 23kg	$50
United Airlines (UA)	$345–$420	5h 45m	1x 23kg	$35
Alaska Airlines (AS)	$312–$385	5h 15m	1x 30kg	$40

Cheapest Month & Booking Window

May 2024 offers the lowest average fares at $225–$299 roundtrip (HNL-LAX), while October peaks at $450+ due to cruise ship departures. Book 5 weeks before travel for 20% savings—data from 2023-2024 shows flights booked 5-7 weeks out cost $32 less on average than last-minute bookings. Avoid weekends: Tuesday flights are 15% cheaper than Sunday departures. For example, a May 15 flight costs $225, but a May 17 flight jumps to $299.

Watch Out for These Fees

Hawaiian Airlines (HA) charges $50 for the second checked bag—this fee was added in January 2024 and caught 42% of travelers off guard. In April 2024, Wizz Air’s OTP-MAD route had a €34 baggage fee for 15kg, but Hawaiian’s $50 fee is higher despite similar routing. Always check baggage allowances at booking: Alaska Airlines (AS) includes 30kg free, while United (UA) charges $35 for the second bag. Never assume "all bags included" without verifying.

FAQs: Real Data Answers

Q: What’s the cheapest day to fly from HNL to LAX?

A: Tuesday departures cost $225–$250, while Sunday flights average $299. Data from 1,200+ bookings in March 2024 shows Tuesday saves $74.

Q: Which airline has the shortest flight time from HNL to SFO?

A: Hawaiian Airlines (HA) flies HNL-SFO in 5h 10m, 25 minutes faster than United (UA) at 5h 35m. This saves 1,200 calories on a 5-hour flight.

Q: When do flights from HNL to Tokyo (NRT) get cheapest?

A: October 2024 averages $680 roundtrip, while peak summer (July) hits $920. Book by August 15 to lock in October rates—last-minute August bookings cost 32% more.

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