San Francisco to Hawaii Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from San Francisco to Hawaii?
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Average flight time is 5 hours 27 minutes

The fastest flight time from San Francisco to Hawaii is 5 hours 19 minutes

San Francisco to Hawaii flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 5 hours 27 minutes
Shortest flight duration 5 hours 19 minutes
Longest flight duration 5 hours 35 minutes
The average flight time from San Francisco to Hawaii is 5 hours 27 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from San Francisco to Hawaii is 2,338 miles / 3,762 km

San Francisco airports

San Francisco has 1 airport: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

If you don't fancy flying from San Francisco there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Hawaii: Oakland International Airport (OAK), San Jose International Airport (SJC), Sacramento International Airport (SMF), Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO).

Hawaii airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to San Francisco: Kona International Airport (KOA), Hilo International Airport (ITO), Kahului Airport (OGG), Honolulu International Airport (HNL), Lihue Airport (LIH), San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Oakland International Airport (OAK).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: and California to Hawaii.

San Francisco & Hawaii local times and timezones

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San Francisco, United States is 2 hours ahead of Hawaii, United States

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San Francisco to Hawaii FAQs

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco to Hawaii?

On average, the flight time from San Francisco to Hawaii is 5 hours 27 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from San Francisco to Hawaii could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.

What is the distance between San Francisco and Hawaii?

The distance between San Francisco and Hawaii is 2,338 miles or 3,762 km.

What is the shortest flight duration from San Francisco to Hawaii?

The shortest flight time from San Francisco to Hawaii is 5 hours 19 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.

Can I fly from San Francisco to Hawaii?

The average flight time from San Francisco to Hawaii is 5 hours 27 minutes. Nearby airport to consider flying from include: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.

What is the timezone difference between San Francisco and Hawaii?

The time zone difference between San Francisco and Hawaii is 2 hours.