Flights from Seattle to Honolulu

Nonstop flights from Seattle to Honolulu take about 6h 35m, with 2 airlines flying the route.

Distance
2,679 mi
Nonstop flight
about 6h 35m
Time difference
−2h / −3h
Nonstop airlines
2

Fares from Seattle to Honolulu

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About this route

Seattle and Honolulu are about 2,679 miles apart. Honolulu is 2 hours behind Seattle in January and 3 hours behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. The scheduled nonstop takes around 6 hours 35 minutes.

Alaska (including the former Hawaiian Airlines brand) has the most frequencies, around 5-7 daily.

Nonstop airlines

AirlineFromTo
Alaska AirlinesSEA Seattle-Tacoma International AirportHNL Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Delta Air LinesSEA Seattle-Tacoma International AirportHNL Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Honolulu

HNL

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 21.9 million passengers in 2024

HowRouteCost
BusTheBus W Line to Downtown, Ala Moana and Waikiki, every 10 minutes$3.00 with HOLO card (2-hour pass); $3.25 cash
TrainSkyline rail station at Terminal 2 (opened October 2025); same fares as TheBus; Route 42 bus runs after Skyline ends at 10:30 p.m.$3.00 with HOLO card; day cap $7.50

Travel essentials for Honolulu

ID you’ll need

No passport is needed for domestic travel, but adult flyers need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID such as a passport.

Since May 7, 2025, travelers 18 and older need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, enhanced license, passport, military ID or tribal photo ID to pass TSA checkpoints. Interim paper licenses are not accepted, and children under 18 do not need ID when flying with an adult.

Check the official guidance

Currency
US dollar (USD)
Language
English, Hawaiian
Plugs
Type A and B, 120 V
Time zone
Pacific/Honolulu

When to visit Honolulu

Temperatures vary little through the year, with highs of about 80 to 89 F. Most rain falls from October through early April, with little in summer.

Busiest: Jun-Aug, Dec. Quieter shoulder season: Apr-May, Sep.

Average temperatures in Honolulu (°F)

60°70°80°90°100°Jan: average high 80°F (27°C), low 67°F (19°C)67°JanFeb: average high 80°F (27°C), low 67°F (19°C)FebMar: average high 81°F (27°C), low 68°F (20°C)MarApr: average high 83°F (28°C), low 70°F (21°C)AprMay: average high 85°F (29°C), low 72°F (22°C)MayJun: average high 87°F (31°C), low 74°F (23°C)JunJul: average high 88°F (31°C), low 75°F (24°C)JulAug: average high 89°F (32°C), low 76°F (24°C)89°AugSep: average high 88°F (31°C), low 75°F (24°C)SepOct: average high 87°F (31°C), low 74°F (23°C)OctNov: average high 84°F (29°C), low 72°F (22°C)NovDec: average high 82°F (28°C), low 69°F (21°C)Dec
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MonthAvg highAvg low
Jan80°F (27°C)67°F (19°C)
Feb80°F (27°C)67°F (19°C)
Mar81°F (27°C)68°F (20°C)
Apr83°F (28°C)70°F (21°C)
May85°F (29°C)72°F (22°C)
Jun87°F (31°C)74°F (23°C)
Jul88°F (31°C)75°F (24°C)
Aug89°F (32°C)76°F (24°C)
Sep88°F (31°C)75°F (24°C)
Oct87°F (31°C)74°F (23°C)
Nov84°F (29°C)72°F (22°C)
Dec82°F (28°C)69°F (21°C)

Tips for visiting Honolulu

  • TheBus and Skyline share fares; a HOLO card gives a $3.00 two-hour pass and a $7.50 daily cap.
  • HOLO cards can be bought at vending machines at the airport Skyline station.
  • Skyline stops at 10:30 p.m.; Route 42 covers late-night airport trips.
  • Honolulu is on Hawaii Standard Time with no daylight saving, so check time differences when booking.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Seattle to Honolulu?

A nonstop flight from Seattle to Honolulu is typically scheduled for about 6 hours 35 minutes. Flights with a connection take longer, depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seattle to Honolulu?

As of October 2026, Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly nonstop between Seattle and Honolulu.

Which airports do nonstop flights use?

Nonstop flights leave from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and arrive at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).

How far is Honolulu from Seattle?

Honolulu is about 2,679 miles (4,312 km) from Seattle, measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Honolulu?

Honolulu is 2 hours behind Seattle in January and 3 hours behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.

Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle to Honolulu?

No passport is needed for domestic travel, but adult flyers need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID such as a passport. This applies to US citizens; other nationalities should check their own requirements.

How do I get from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to central Honolulu?

One option is theBus W Line to Downtown, Ala Moana and Waikiki, every 10 minutes and costs $3.00 with HOLO card (2-hour pass); $3.25 cash.

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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.

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