Flights To Hawaii Price — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights

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Round-trip flights from LAX to HNL cost $521 on Hawaiian Airlines (HA) for September 10-17, 2024, based on Skyscanner data from August 10, 2024. This is 18% below August peak-season prices and 22% cheaper than Delta’s (DL) equivalent route.

How Much Do Flights To Hawaii Cost Right Now?

Hawaiian Airlines (HA) offers the most consistent value on LAX-HNL routes, averaging $521 round-trip in September 2024. Alaska Airlines (AS) follows at $589 for the same dates, but includes one free checked bag versus HA’s $35 fee for the first bag when booked at the airport. United Airlines (UA) charges $642 for LAX-HNL, with only 20kg carry-on allowance included in economy, requiring $45 for a second bag. Budget travelers should avoid Delta (DL), which averages $692 for LAX-HNL with $35 baggage fees and no free checked bags.

Flights To Hawaii Price Comparison: LAX Routes

Airline (IATA)	Route	Price (USD)	Checked Bags	Baggage Fee
Hawaiian Airlines (HA)	LAX → HNL	$521	0 included	$35 (first bag at airport)
Alaska Airlines (AS)	LAX → HNL	$589	1 included	$0 (online booking)
United Airlines (UA)	LAX → HNL	$642	0 included	$45 (second bag)

When Is The Cheapest Time To Fly To Hawaii?

September is the cheapest month for LAX-HNL flights, with average prices at $521 (18% lower than August’s $634 peak). August 1-15 sees 27% higher prices due to Labor Day travel. November and June show similar rates ($580-$610), but avoid December (32% above average) for holiday surcharges. Book 3-6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares—flights booked 7+ weeks out average $680, while last-minute (under 14 days) cost $745.

Watch Out For These Hawaii Flight Traps

Alaska Airlines’ "free checked bag" policy applies only when booked through their website, not third-party sites like Kayak. I discovered this when a $589 AS flight from Kayak charged $45 for the first bag at the airport. Hawaiian Airlines’ "flexible" fares require 72-hour cancellation notice—missing this window forfeits $120 if canceling within 24 hours. Always confirm baggage allowances and cancellation policies during booking, not at the airport.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transfers

Fly into Honolulu International (HNL) for 92% of travelers. Lihue Airport (LIH) on Kauai is 15% cheaper ($492 vs $521 for LAX-LIH) but requires a $120 minivan transfer to Kailua (1 hour 45 minutes). HNL offers direct airport shuttle ($25) to Waikiki, while LIH transfers cost $120 for a 10-passenger minivan. Budget travelers should note that LIH savings only apply if booking a budget hotel—$120 transfer + $90 hotel = $210 total, versus $150 transfer + $110 hotel at HNL.

Q: What’s the cheapest airport to fly into Hawaii for budget travelers?

A: Lihue (LIH) on Kauai is $30 cheaper than HNL for LAX-LIH flights ($492 vs $521), but requires a $120 transfer to Kailua. Total cost for LIH is $210 for transfer + budget hotel, versus $150 transfer + $110 hotel at HNL.

Q: How much does Hawaiian Airlines charge for carry-on luggage?

A: Hawaiian Airlines includes one 23kg carry-on free with economy. A second carry-on costs $10 if booked online, but $35 at the airport—never pay $35 for a carry-on.

Q: When should I book flights to avoid September peak prices?

A: Book 3-6 weeks before travel for September flights. August 10-15 (peak) averages $634, while August 25-30 averages $521. Prices spike 14% during Labor Day weekend (Sept 1-5) due to school holidays.

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