San Francisco to Honolulu Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Honolulu (HNL) connect United States and US. 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 SFO, OAK, SJC and HNL. The reverse route is Honolulu to San Francisco. 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
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Honolulu, US
- Distance
- 3,852 km
- Typical duration
- about 6 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- HNL
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
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Route overview
San Francisco to Honolulu is a city-pair air route between United States and US. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and HNL. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → HNL.
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
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Honolulu airports and metro codes: HNL.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Honolulu to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Honolulu.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Honolulu?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu typically take about 6 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Honolulu?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Honolulu is approximately 3,852 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Honolulu is commonly searched with code HNL (related: HNL).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Honolulu?
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 Honolulu to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Honolulu to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (3,852 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Honolulu route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with US (Honolulu).
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