Honolulu to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Francisco (SFO) connect US and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 3,852 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 6 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include HNL and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Honolulu. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Honolulu, US
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 3,852 km
- Typical duration
- about 6 hours
- Origin codes
- HNL
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Honolulu to San Francisco
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Route overview
Honolulu to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between US and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are HNL and SFO. Related codes: HNL → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 3,852 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 6 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Honolulu airports and metro codes: HNL.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Honolulu, other destinations from Honolulu, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Honolulu to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco typically take about 6 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Honolulu to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Honolulu and San Francisco is approximately 3,852 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Honolulu to San Francisco?
Honolulu is commonly searched with code HNL (related: HNL). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Honolulu to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Honolulu?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Honolulu. Distance is the same great-circle measure (3,852 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Honolulu to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects US (Honolulu) with United States (San Francisco).
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