Typical prices in USD
All prices in U.S. dollars (USD). Ranges reflect typical fares outside holiday peaks; live prices in the comparison.
Good to know
Late April–early June and September–mid December: fares clearly below Christmas/summer peak, hotels cheaper too.
Quick facts
| Flight time LAX → HNL | approx. 5 h 45 min |
| Cheapest months | Late Apr–early Jun, Sep–mid Dec |
| Typical West Coast round trip | |
| Entry | Domestic flight – no passport needed for U.S. citizens |
Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight to Hawaii?
Christmas and mid-June to mid-August are the priciest windows.
Which Hawaiian island should I fly into?
Honolulu (HNL) on Oahu has the most nonstops and lowest fares. Maui (OGG) costs slightly more; Kauai (LIH) and the Big Island (KOA) often route via Honolulu. If you island-hop, start with the cheapest inbound and book inter-island legs separately.
When is the best time to visit Hawaii?
April–May and September–October combine dry weather, lower fares and thinner crowds. Winter brings bigger surf on the north shores and whale season (December–March) – but also peak-season pricing around the holidays.