HNL → SANUnited States → United States

Cheap flights from Honolulu to San Diego

2,610 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: Honolulu to San Diego at a glance

2,610 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
3 hours ahead
Time-zone shift
~235 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN) cover 2,610 miles (4,199 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.

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Flying from Honolulu to San Diego covers 2,610 miles (4,199 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

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HNL (0 mi)SAN (2,610 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 2,610 miles. Direct carriers include AS and HA.

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Airlines on this route

2 airlines fly Honolulu → San Diego. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
ASDirect
HADirect
Baggage on Honolulu → San Diego: on this route, AS typically includes a carry-on, while HA may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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Honolulu to San Diego — quick answers

How far is Honolulu from San Diego by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN) is 2,610 miles (4,199 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

The average nonstop flight time from HNL to SAN is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from Honolulu to San Diego?

2 airlines serve this route nonstop: AS, HA. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: Honolulu → San Diego

Route type
long-haul international
Time zone difference
3 hours ahead
Carbon footprint
~235 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
5/10 — standard route
When to go
It's shoulder season in San Diego — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
2 airlines fly direct — rank 29 of 51 routes from Honolulu
Airline network
HA: 28 destinations from HNL; AS: 8 destinations from HNL
Alternative origin airports
OGG (Kahului, 101 mi); KOA (Kona, 164 mi); ITO (Hilo, 217 mi)
Alternative destination airports
TIJ (Tijuana, 19 mi); SNA (Santa Ana, 76 mi); PSP (Palm Springs, 85 mi)
Nearby destinations
Tijuana, Mexico (19 mi); Santa Ana, United States (76 mi); Palm Springs, United States (85 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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