Honolulu & Oahu from London, 14 – 23 Nov: £2,786 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $1,013 per person, $309 below the highest fare we saw
- Oasis Hotel Waikiki: 7.9 from 1,511 reviews, free cancellation
- Highs of 81–82°F and big-wave season on the North Shore
The catch: Two stops and 59h 2m of listed travel time, drizzle on most days in the weather normals, and $140 for two in checked bags on top of the total.
Worth it if nine nights of Waikiki beach, surf and history justify a long two-stop trip; skip it if you want a short, easy flight.
Worth it if you can take the long trip out: $3,691 for two covers the flights at $2,025 plus Oasis Hotel Waikiki at $1,439 and its $227 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. That's Nov 14–23, 2026, nine nights, on Alaska Airlines (AS) from Heathrow with two stops, not a nonstop. Checked bags and spending money aren't in the total.
The total, before you go
£2,786 for two · 9 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £1,529 |
| Oasis Hotel Waikiki, 9 nights, two guests, taxes in | £1,086 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £171 |
| The total, before you go | £2,786 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£233 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on Alaska, £106 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£765 per person, return
£1,529 for two, taxes and fees included · Alaska · 2 stops · 59h 2m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 2:45 PM – Sun, Nov 15, 11:04 AM · back Mon, Nov 23, 9:37 PM – Wed, Nov 25, 12:20 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | £765 | 2 stops | 59h 2m |
| AC + AS | £864 | 2 stops | 58h 13m |
| Alaska | £849 | 2 stops | 56h 58m |
Prices checked 16 Oct 2026, 02:09 BST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $1,013 per person, the round-trip fare is $309 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 23% gap across the 12 offers we checked. Add Oasis Hotel Waikiki and the trip comes to $3,691 for two, all in, with the resort fee included. Checked bags ($140 for two) and spending money aren't in that number. Mid-November falls outside the peak family season, which runs June through August and again in December. It's big-wave surf season on the North Shore, and humpback whales are offshore. Typical highs are 81–82°F with lows near 73°F, though the normals show drizzle on most days. Nine nights gives you time to adjust to the 10-hour time difference and still fit in Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor and a day in Haleiwa. Prices are what we found when we checked, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is an island beach trip with a city base and plenty of history. You'd split your days between Waikiki sand and surf lessons, Pearl Harbor and Diamond Head, with a drive to the North Shore for the winter waves. It suits a couple or two friends who have nine nights to spare and like an easy pace, with one plan a day and the rest of the time on the beach.
Weather in Honolulu & Oahu, 14 – 23 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 |
| Sun 22 Nov | 81 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon 23 Nov | 81 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Honolulu & Oahu
All three picks are in Waikiki, the stretch of beachfront high-rise resorts where you can walk to surf lessons, shops and nightlife. Oasis Hotel Waikiki is the best value at $1,439 for the 9 nights ($160 a night). It scores 7.9 from 1,511 reviews, has free cancellation, and its $227 resort fee is already in our total. Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach is the top rated at 8.9 from 714 reviews. It costs $4,351 for the stay ($483 a night) with free cancellation, plus $686 in fees paid at the property. Aqua Palms Waikiki scores 8.1 from 1,291 reviews and costs $1,704 ($189 a night) plus $269 at the property, but it has no free cancellation. For a quieter base, Kailua is a laid-back windward beach town with vacation rentals.
Oasis Hotel Waikiki
£1,086 for 9 nights, two guests · £121 a night
See roomsMoana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach
£3,285 for 9 nights, two guests · £365 a night
See roomsAqua Palms Waikiki
£1,286 for 9 nights, two guests · £143 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 sets in
- Visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and USS Arizona
- Take a beginner surf lesson in Waikiki
- Snorkel Hanauma Bay
- Watch the big winter surf 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 London | Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), London City (LCY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Honolulu & Oahu | Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) |
| Flight time | 59h 2m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 7,229 miles each way |
| Time difference | -10 hours |
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What 9 nights in Honolulu & Oahu costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £1,529 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (Oasis Hotel Waikiki) | £1,086 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | £2,582 |
| Total for two | £5,198 |
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: London to Honolulu & Oahu
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £765 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £740 (16 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from the United Kingdom need a valid passport for Honolulu & Oahu; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Big-wave surf season on the North Shore and humpback whales offshore
- You need a passport, and the currency is the US dollar
- Honolulu is 10 hours behind London
- The outbound leaves Heathrow at 2:45 PM on Saturday, Nov 14, and lands in Honolulu at 11:04 AM on Nov 15
- The return leaves Honolulu at 9:37 PM on Nov 23 and arrives at 12:20 PM on Nov 25
- Oasis Hotel Waikiki is room only, with free cancellation
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it if the journey doesn't put you off. The fare is $309 per person below the highest we saw for these dates, and you get nine nights in Waikiki with highs of 81–82°F. The catch is two stops and 59h 2m of listed travel time.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $3,691 for two, all in: $2,025 in flights plus $1,439 at Oasis Hotel Waikiki and its $227 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. Checked bags (about $140 for two) and spending money are extra. Prices are as we found them and can change.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you'll need a passport for this trip. The currency is the US dollar.
What is the weather like?
The normals for these dates show highs of 81–82°F and lows near 72–73°F. Most days are labeled drizzle, and Nov 21 is overcast, so pack a light rain layer.
Is 9 nights enough?
Yes, for Oahu. Nine nights covers Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay, surf lessons and a North Shore day, with time left to get over the 10-hour time difference.
Is the flight nonstop?
No. It's Alaska Airlines (AS) with two stops from Heathrow to Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL), and the listed travel time is 59h 2m.
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