Honolulu & Oahu from Grand Rapids, 14 – 21 Nov: £1,832 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $347 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- 7 nights in Waikiki at $152 a night, review score 8
- Highs of 81–82°F and big-wave surf season on the North Shore
The catch: The flight out has 2 stops and takes 27h 54m, and resort fees and a checked bag are not in the total.
Worth it if a long travel day is fine in exchange for a beach week at 81°F; skip it if you need a short flight.
Worth it if you can handle a long travel day. The trip is $2,430 for two, all in: round-trip flights at $1,366 plus 7 nights at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki at $1,064, taxes and fees included, with resort fees and a checked bag extra. It runs Nov 14–21, 2026 on United, operated by SkyWest DBA United Express, and it isn't nonstop: there are 2 stops.
The total, before you go
£1,832 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £1,030 |
| Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £802 |
| The total, before you go | £1,832 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
£262 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag on United, £121 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£515 per person, return
£1,030 for two, taxes and fees included · United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express · 2 stops · 27h 54m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 6:35 PM – Sun, Nov 15, 5:29 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | £515 | 2 stops | 27h 54m |
| United. Operated by Republic Airways DBA United Express | £528 | 2 stops | 36h 3m |
| Delta. Operated by Endeavor Air DBA Delta Connection | £553 | 1 stop | 12h 49m |
Prices checked 12 Oct 2026, 20:21 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $683 per person, this fare is $347 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 34% gap across the 12 offers we checked. That makes the whole trip $2,430 for two, taxes and fees included, with 7 nights at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are extra, and prices can change after we checked them. Mid-November is the start of big-wave surf season on the North Shore, and humpback whales are offshore. Highs usually run 81–82°F with lows near 73°F, and the climate normals show light drizzle most days, so plan beach time in the mornings and pack a rain layer. A full week makes sense when the flight out takes 27h 54m: you get time for Diamond Head and Pearl Harbor and still have slow days on the sand.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach-and-city week on an island. You can walk to the sand in Waikiki and fit in history at Pearl Harbor, a crater hike and a day trip to the North Shore surf towns. It suits a couple or two friends who want warm water and an easy pace with a few early starts. The days are flexible: pick a morning activity, then an afternoon at the beach.
Weather in Honolulu & Oahu, 14 – 21 Nov
Typical highs 81–82°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun 15 Nov | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon 16 Nov | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue 17 Nov | 82 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Wed 18 Nov | 82 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu 19 Nov | 82 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Fri 20 Nov | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Sat 21 Nov | 81 °F | 73 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Honolulu & Oahu
All three hotels are in Waikiki, the strip of beachfront high-rises with surf lessons, shops and nightlife you can walk to. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki is the best-value pick and the one in our total: $1,064 for 7 nights ($152 a night) in a king room, review score 8 from 1,298 reviews, with no free cancellation. Pacific Monarch Hotel is the budget pick at $1,325 ($189 a night), rated 8.1 from 1,306 reviews, with a partial ocean view studio suite and no free cancellation. The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki is the top-rated pick at $3,841 ($549 a night), rated 8.4 from 451 reviews, and it comes with free cancellation. If you'd like it quieter, Ko Olina has lagoon resorts on the west side.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
£802 for 7 nights, two guests · £115 a night
See roomsThe Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki
£2,895 for 7 nights, two guests · £414 a night
See roomsPacific Monarch Hotel
£999 for 7 nights, two guests · £142 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Honolulu & Oahu for these dates
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Where in Honolulu & Oahu
- Waikiki: Beachfront high-rise resorts with surf lessons, shops and nightlife on foot.
- Ko Olina: Lagoon resorts on the quiet west side, including Aulani.
- North Shore (Haleiwa / Turtle Bay): Surf-town vibe and big winter waves an hour from Waikiki.
- Kailua: Laid-back windward beach town with vacation rentals.
- Downtown / Chinatown: Local food scene and history, with cheaper hotels.
What to do in Honolulu & Oahu
- Hike Diamond Head crater at sunrise, before the heat and the crowds
- Visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona
- Take a beginner surf lesson in Waikiki
- Snorkel Hanauma Bay on a calm morning
- Watch the winter surfers at Banzai Pipeline on the North Shore
- Eat garlic shrimp from a Haleiwa food truck
Also worth it
- Learn to surf in Waikiki
- Watch surfers at Banzai Pipeline on the North Shore in winter
Tours and tickets in Honolulu & Oahu
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Grand Rapids | Gerald R. Ford International (GRR) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Honolulu & Oahu | Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) |
| Flight time | 27h 54m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 4,343 miles each way |
| Time difference | -5 hours |
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What 7 nights in Honolulu & Oahu costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £1,030 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki) | £802 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £2,005 |
| Total for two | £3,837 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Grand Rapids to Honolulu & Oahu
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £515 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £515 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Honolulu & Oahu.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Big-wave surf season on the North Shore and humpback whales offshore
- No passport needed, and the currency is the US dollar.
- Honolulu is 5 hours behind Grand Rapids, and the trip covers 4,343 miles.
- The outbound leaves GRR at 6:35 PM on Saturday, Nov 14 and lands at HNL at 5:29 PM on Nov 15.
- All three hotel rates are room only; only The Royal Hawaiian offers free cancellation.
- Plan on spending money of about $190 per person a day, on top of the $2,430 total.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a long travel day doesn't bother you. The fare is $347 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates, the hotel scores 8 from 1,298 reviews, and highs run 81–82°F. The catch is 2 stops and 27h 54m on the way out.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $2,430 for two, all in: flights at $1,366 ($683 per person) plus 7 nights at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki at $1,064, taxes and fees included. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money aren't in that total.
Is there a shorter flight?
We found a Delta flight, operated by Endeavor Air, with 1 stop that takes 12h 49m. It leaves at 7:40 AM and lands at 3:29 PM the same day, for $734 per person, or $1,468 for two.
Do I need a passport?
No. Hawaii is in the United States, so a passport isn't needed, and you'll pay in US dollars. Plan for the clock: Honolulu is 5 hours behind Grand Rapids.
What is the weather like?
For these dates, highs usually run 81–82°F with lows near 73°F. The climate normals list light drizzle on most days and an overcast Nov 21, so bring a light rain layer and plan beach time flexibly.
Is 7 nights enough?
For Oahu, yes. A week covers Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay and a North Shore day for Banzai Pipeline and Haleiwa garlic shrimp, with beach days in between. It also makes the 27h 54m flight out worth sitting through.
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