Flight route guide
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Honolulu (HNL)
From $329 rt
Los Angeles to Honolulu is a Hawaii leisure corridor. Connection risk, bag rules on inter-island add-ons, and holiday peaks usually matter more than chasing the absolute lowest display price. Recent searches found fares from $329 rt. Typical domestic flight time is 5h 30m – 6h 30m nonstop.
Sample fares found recently — search above for live prices on your dates.
Search live LAX → HNL faresTypical flight time
5h 30m – 6h 30m nonstop
Best time to book
6–10 weeks before departure (earlier for holidays)
Often cheapest days
Tuesday and Wednesday outbound; midweek returns
Best months to fly
April–May and September–November often balance good weather and lower fares to Hawaii.
Flying from Los Angeles (LAX) to Honolulu (HNL)
Los Angeles to Honolulu is a Hawaii leisure corridor. Connection risk, bag rules on inter-island add-ons, and holiday peaks usually matter more than chasing the absolute lowest display price.
Leaving Los Angeles
Departing LAX: terminal changes and traffic are the main risk. Prefer flights that match your terminal and allow cushion after Hollywood/South Bay traffic.
Arriving in Honolulu
Most flights to Honolulu land at Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL), about 20–30 minutes from Waikiki. West Coast nonstops are common; East Coast trips often connect once. Inter-island hops to Maui (OGG), Kauai (LIH), and Hawaii Island (KOA) are short domestic add-ons.
December–March and June–August (holidays and summer) tend to be busiest to Hawaii.
Alternative airports
Los Angeles basin options include LAX plus Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), and Orange County (SNA) on some domestic routes.
Airlines on LAX–HNL
- Hawaiian Airlines
- Alaska Airlines
- American Airlines
- United Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
Tips for cheaper Los Angeles to Honolulu flights
- •For LAX–HNL, aim to book about 6–10 weeks before departure (earlier for holidays) when you can—earlier for holidays.
- •April–May and September–November often balance good weather and lower fares to Hawaii.
- •If adding Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island, confirm whether bags check through on separate inter-island tickets.
- •Los Angeles basin options include LAX plus Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), and Orange County (SNA) on some domestic routes.
- •U.S. domestic bag rules vary by fare family—confirm carry-on and checked-bag terms at checkout.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu?
Most itineraries from LAX to HNL take 5h 30m – 6h 30m nonstop. Exact duration depends on nonstop vs connecting flights and winds.
When is usually a better time to fly LAX–HNL?
December–March and June–August (holidays and summer) tend to be busiest to Hawaii. Use flexible midweek dates when you can, and search more than one week if your plans allow.
Which airlines may appear from Los Angeles to Honolulu?
Schedules change, but this market often shows carriers such as Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines. Confirm the operating airline and any codeshare in live results.
Should I compare nearby airports for Los Angeles–Honolulu?
Los Angeles basin options include LAX plus Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), and Orange County (SNA) on some domestic routes.
What sample fares has Flitura seen on LAX–HNL?
Recent searches found round-trip samples from $329 on this route. Live prices change—search with your dates for the current total.
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