Direct (nonstop) flights from Honolulu to Oakland

3 airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Metropolitan Oakland International (OAK). It's 2,408 miles (3,876 km), about 5h 15m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
OAK
Metropolitan Oakland International
🇺🇸 Oakland, USA
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,408 mi
3,876 km
CO₂/pax
407 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
+3h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
HNL → OAK
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,408 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
HNL → OAK
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,408 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HNL → OAK
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,408 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Honolulu to Oakland with one stop · direct emits 407 kg CO₂ per passenger

HNL OGG (Kahului) OAK
Leg 1: 43m (100 mi) Leg 2: 5h (2,349 mi) Total: ~5h 43m 🍃 441 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → OGG
43m · 100 mi
View HNL to OGG flights →
Leg 2
OGG → OAK
5h · 2,349 mi
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HNL LIH (Kauai Island) OAK
Leg 1: 43m (102 mi) Leg 2: 5h 15m (2,458 mi) Total: ~5h 58m 🍃 459 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → LIH
43m · 102 mi
View HNL to LIH flights →
Leg 2
LIH → OAK
5h 15m · 2,458 mi
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HNL LGB (Long Beach) OAK
Leg 1: 5h 25m (2,569 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (352 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 483 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → LGB
5h 25m · 2,569 mi
View HNL to LGB flights →
Leg 2
LGB → OAK
1h 20m · 352 mi
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HNL LAX (Los Angeles) OAK
Leg 1: 5h 30m (2,555 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (336 mi) Total: ~6h 50m 🍃 478 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → LAX
5h 30m · 2,555 mi
View HNL to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → OAK
1h 20m · 336 mi
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HNL ONT (Ontario) OAK
Leg 1: 5h 34m (2,602 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (361 mi) Total: ~6h 54m 🍃 490 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → ONT
5h 34m · 2,602 mi
View HNL to ONT flights →
Leg 2
ONT → OAK
1h 20m · 361 mi
View ONT to OAK flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Honolulu to Oakland?

A nonstop flight from Honolulu (HNL) to Oakland (OAK) takes approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 2,408 miles (3,876 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu to Oakland?

3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Honolulu to Oakland?

Yes. 3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Honolulu from Oakland?

The flight distance from Honolulu to Oakland is 2,408 miles (3,876 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Honolulu to Oakland?

At 5h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Honolulu to Oakland?

Roughly 407 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,035 km.

Is the return flight from Oakland to Honolulu also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Honolulu to Oakland?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Honolulu International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.