Direct (nonstop) flights from Sacramento to Honolulu

3 airlines fly nonstop from Sacramento International (SMF) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL). It's 2,461 miles (3,961 km), about 5h 43m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

SMF
Sacramento International
🇺🇸 Sacramento, USA
HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
Flight Time
5h 43m
Distance
2,461 mi
3,961 km
CO₂/pax
416 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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
SMF → HNL
Flight Time
5h 43m
Distance
2,461 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
SMF → HNL
Flight Time
5h 43m
Distance
2,461 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
SMF → HNL
Flight Time
5h 43m
Distance
2,461 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sacramento to Honolulu with one stop · direct emits 416 kg CO₂ per passenger

SMF OGG (Kahului) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 28m (2,404 mi) Leg 2: 41m (100 mi) Total: ~6h 9m 🍃 450 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMF → OGG
5h 28m · 2,404 mi
View SMF to OGG flights →
Leg 2
OGG → HNL
41m · 100 mi
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SMF KOA (Kailua-Kona) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 25m (2,435 mi) Leg 2: 49m (163 mi) Total: ~6h 14m 🍃 466 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMF → KOA
5h 25m · 2,435 mi
View SMF to KOA flights →
Leg 2
KOA → HNL
49m · 163 mi
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SMF LIH (Kauai Island) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 45m (2,508 mi) Leg 2: 38m (102 mi) Total: ~6h 23m 🍃 428 kg CO₂ (+3% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMF → LIH
5h 45m · 2,508 mi
View SMF to LIH flights →
Leg 2
LIH → HNL
38m · 102 mi
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SMF SFO (San Francisco) HNL
Leg 1: 1h 7m (86 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,397 mi) Total: ~6h 52m 🍃 446 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMF → SFO
1h 7m · 86 mi
View SMF to SFO flights →
Leg 2
SFO → HNL
5h 45m · 2,397 mi
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SMF BUR (Burbank) HNL
Leg 1: 1h 15m (359 mi) Leg 2: 5h 48m (2,561 mi) Total: ~7h 3m 🍃 483 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMF → BUR
1h 15m · 359 mi
View SMF to BUR flights →
Leg 2
BUR → HNL
5h 48m · 2,561 mi
View BUR to HNL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sacramento to Honolulu?

A nonstop flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Honolulu (HNL) takes approximately 5 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 2,461 miles (3,961 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sacramento to Honolulu?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Honolulu?

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

How far is Sacramento from Honolulu?

The flight distance from Sacramento to Honolulu is 2,461 miles (3,961 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 Sacramento to Honolulu?

At 5h 43m, 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 Sacramento to Honolulu?

Roughly 416 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,080 km.

Is the return flight from Honolulu to Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento International for this flight?

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