Direct (nonstop) flights from Oakland to Honolulu

3 airlines fly nonstop from Metropolitan Oakland International (OAK) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL). It's 2,408 miles (3,876 km), about 5h 34m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

OAK
Metropolitan Oakland International
🇺🇸 Oakland, USA
HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
Flight Time
5h 34m
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
OAK → HNL
Flight Time
5h 34m
Distance
2,408 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
OAK → HNL
Flight Time
5h 34m
Distance
2,408 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
OAK → HNL
Flight Time
5h 34m
Distance
2,408 mi

Alternative Routes

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

OAK OGG (Kahului) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 20m (2,349 mi) Leg 2: 41m (100 mi) Total: ~6h 1m 🍃 441 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OAK → OGG
5h 20m · 2,349 mi
View OAK to OGG flights →
Leg 2
OGG → HNL
41m · 100 mi
View OGG to HNL flights →
OAK LIH (Kauai Island) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 36m (2,458 mi) Leg 2: 38m (102 mi) Total: ~6h 14m 🍃 459 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OAK → LIH
5h 36m · 2,458 mi
View OAK to LIH flights →
Leg 2
LIH → HNL
38m · 102 mi
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OAK BUR (Burbank) HNL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (324 mi) Leg 2: 5h 48m (2,561 mi) Total: ~6h 58m 🍃 477 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OAK → BUR
1h 10m · 324 mi
View OAK to BUR flights →
Leg 2
BUR → HNL
5h 48m · 2,561 mi
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OAK LGB (Long Beach) HNL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (352 mi) Leg 2: 5h 50m (2,569 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 483 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OAK → LGB
1h 25m · 352 mi
View OAK to LGB flights →
Leg 2
LGB → HNL
5h 50m · 2,569 mi
View LGB to HNL flights →
OAK LAX (Los Angeles) HNL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (336 mi) Leg 2: 5h 56m (2,555 mi) Total: ~7h 21m 🍃 478 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OAK → LAX
1h 25m · 336 mi
View OAK to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → HNL
5h 56m · 2,555 mi
View LAX to HNL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Oakland to Honolulu?

A nonstop flight from Oakland (OAK) to Honolulu (HNL) takes approximately 5 hours and 34 minutes. The distance is 2,408 miles (3,876 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Oakland to Honolulu?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Oakland to Honolulu?

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

How far is Oakland from Honolulu?

The flight distance from Oakland to Honolulu 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 Oakland to Honolulu?

At 5h 34m, 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 Oakland to Honolulu?

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

Is the return flight from Honolulu to Oakland 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 Oakland to Honolulu?

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 Metropolitan Oakland International for this flight?

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