Despite rising prices, travelers are still heading to Hawaii in droves. Perfect weather all year, unsurpassed natural beauty, and world-class beaches draw millions of visitors to Hawaii year after year. 2022 is no exception, and high costs do little to deter travelers from planning a trip to The Aloha State. Hotel rates are rising, and Hawaii tacks another 10.25% (13.25% in Honolulu) to the bill in the form of a transient accommodations tax.
Average nightly hotel rates are $390 per night, and Honolulu is 2.94% more expensive than New York City when rent isn’t factored in. Luckily, there are still affordable direct flights to this tropical paradise. Below are U.S. cities flying directly to Hawaii for under $250 this winter. The lowest fares were chosen between December 1st and February 28th, and all fares were found on August 30th, 2022. Only fares with at least a free carry-on were considered. Unless otherwise specified, the days offering the best savings are Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Seattle, WA & Portland, OR (SEA to HNL & PDX to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with two airlines from Seattle or Portland; Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Fares from both cities were equal.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 15 from Seattle, 6hr 5 from Portland
- Cost: $229
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Alaska Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 25 from Seattle, 6hr 10 from Portland
- Cost: $229
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Sacramento, CA (SMF to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with two airlines from Sacramento; Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 40
- Cost: $180
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 45
- Cost: $141
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
San Francisco, CA (SFO to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with three airlines from San Franciso; Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 40
- Cost: $179
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Alaska Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 40
- Cost: $159
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
United Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 30
- Cost: $159
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $35 Checked Bag
San Jose, CA (SJC to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with three airlines from San Jose; Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 35
- Cost: $199
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Alaska Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 55
- Cost: $129
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 40
- Cost: $103
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
Los Angeles, CA (LAX to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with four airlines from Los Angeles; Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 5
- Cost: $129
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Alaska Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 5
- Cost: $129
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 55
- Cost: $103
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
United Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 53
- Cost: $169
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $35 Checked Bag
Long Beach, CA (LGB to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with two airlines from Long Beach; Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 5hr 55
- Cost: $159
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr
- Cost: $103
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
Ontario, CA (ONT to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with one airline from Ontario; Hawaiian Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr
- Cost: $164
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Santa Anna, CA (SNA to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with one airline from Santa Anna; Hawaiian Airlines. Flights are minimal and only operate on Saturdays.
United Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr
- Cost: $209
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $35 Checked Bag
San Diego, CA (SAN to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with three airlines from San Diego; Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 15
- Cost: $129
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Alaska Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 15
- Cost: $199
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 15
- Cost: $103
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
Las Vegas, NV (LAS to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with two airlines from Las Vegas; Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 30
- Cost: $210
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 20
- Cost: $164
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
Phoenix, AZ (PHX to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with two airlines from Phoenix; Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 50
- Cost: $210
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
Southwest Airlines
- Flight Duration: 6hr 45
- Cost: $210
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, 2 Free Checked Bags
Austin, TX (AUS to HNL)
Travelers can fly directly to Honolulu with one airline from Austin; Hawaiian Airlines. Flights are limited and only operate Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 8hr 40
- Cost: $239
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
BONUS FARE: Boston to Honolulu (BOS to HNL)
The east coast didn’t get any love in this list. Flights to Hawaii are more limited and more expensive the further east you look. However, travelers can fly to Honolulu directly with Hawaiian airlines out of Boston this winter without going too far over $250. Flights operate on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Hawaiian Airlines
- Flight Duration: 11hr 20
- Cost: $280
- Luggage: Free Carry-On, $30 Checked Bag
