Direct (nonstop) flights from Honolulu to San Diego

3 airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). It's 2,613 miles (4,205 km), about 5h 30m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
SAN
San Diego International Airport
🇺🇸 San Diego, USA
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,613 mi
4,205 km
CO₂/pax
399 kg
−33 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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
HNL → SAN
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,613 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
HNL → SAN
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,613 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HNL → SAN
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,613 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Honolulu to San Diego with one stop · direct emits 399 kg CO₂ per passenger

HNL OGG (Kahului) SAN
Leg 1: 43m (100 mi) Leg 2: 5h 22m (2,540 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 432 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → OGG
43m · 100 mi
View HNL to OGG flights →
Leg 2
OGG → SAN
5h 22m · 2,540 mi
View OGG to SAN flights →
HNL KOA (Kailua-Kona) SAN
Leg 1: 48m (163 mi) Leg 2: 5h 29m (2,554 mi) Total: ~6h 17m 🍃 446 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → KOA
48m · 163 mi
View HNL to KOA flights →
Leg 2
KOA → SAN
5h 29m · 2,554 mi
View KOA to SAN flights →
HNL LAX (Los Angeles) SAN
Leg 1: 5h 30m (2,555 mi) Leg 2: 56m (109 mi) Total: ~6h 26m 🍃 436 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → LAX
5h 30m · 2,555 mi
View HNL to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → SAN
56m · 109 mi
View LAX to SAN flights →
HNL LIH (Kauai Island) SAN
Leg 1: 43m (102 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,676 mi) Total: ~6h 28m 🍃 453 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → LIH
43m · 102 mi
View HNL to LIH flights →
Leg 2
LIH → SAN
5h 45m · 2,676 mi
View LIH to SAN flights →
HNL SMF (Sacramento) SAN
Leg 1: 5h 10m (2,461 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (479 mi) Total: ~6h 40m 🍃 530 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HNL → SMF
5h 10m · 2,461 mi
View HNL to SMF flights →
Leg 2
SMF → SAN
1h 30m · 479 mi
View SMF to SAN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Honolulu (HNL) to San Diego (SAN) takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 2,613 miles (4,205 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Honolulu to San Diego?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

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

How far is Honolulu from San Diego?

The flight distance from Honolulu to San Diego is 2,613 miles (4,205 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 San Diego?

At 5h 30m, 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 San Diego?

Roughly 399 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,995 km.

Is the return flight from San Diego 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 San Diego?

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.