Honolulu & Oahu from Milwaukee, 14 – 21 Nov: £1,688 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $588 per person, $243 below the highest fare we saw
- Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki scores 8 from 1,298 reviews
- Highs of 81–82°F, plus humpback whales offshore in November
The catch: With one stop, the flight out takes 11h 38m, none of the three hotels offers free cancellation, and a checked bag runs about $160 for two.
Worth it if a long travel day is fine for a week of warm water and Waikiki; skip it if you need a nonstop or a refundable room.
Worth it if you don't mind one stop: $2,240 for two covers the flights at $1,176 plus 7 nights at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki at $1,064, taxes and fees included. You'd go Nov 14–21, 2026, on American, operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle, with one stop and 11h 38m on the way out. A checked bag, any resort fee and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
£1,688 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £886 |
| Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | £802 |
| The total, before you go | £1,688 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
£183 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 American, £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
£443 per person, return
£886 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle · 1 stop · 11h 38m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 7:40 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 3:18 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | £443 | 1 stop | 11h 38m |
| Delta. Operated by SkyWest DBA Delta Connection | £443 | 1 stop | 11h 16m |
| Delta | £443 | 1 stop | 13h 20m |
Prices checked 12 Oct 2026, 14:10 GMT-5. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $588 per person, the fare is $243 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, out of 12 offers we checked. That's 29% under the top price. All three fares in our sample came in at $588, on American or Delta, each with one stop. November puts you in Oahu's big-wave surf season on the North Shore, and humpback whales are offshore. Peak family season and the highest rates come in December, so this week lands before that. The normal highs for these dates are 81–82°F with lows near 73°F. The normals also list drizzle on most days, so plan on short passing showers more than full beach-day washouts. Seven nights gives you time to do Waikiki, Pearl Harbor and a North Shore day without rushing. Prices are as found when we checked and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach-and-city island week: mornings on a crater trail or in the water, afternoons on the sand, and evenings on foot around Waikiki. It suits a couple or two friends who want warm weather and a bit of history. Day trips to the North Shore and Pearl Harbor keep it from being only pool time. The pace is easy, and you'll want one bigger outing every other day.
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 picks are in Waikiki, which has beachfront high-rise resorts, 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 the 7 nights, or $152 a night, for a standard king room, with a score of 8 from 1,298 reviews. Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach is the top-rated pick at 8.9 from 719 reviews. It costs $3,584 for the stay, or $512 a night, for a Historic Banyan Room with a city view. Pacific Monarch Hotel is our budget pick at $1,325, or $189 a night, for a studio suite with a partial ocean view, scoring 8.1 from 1,305 reviews. All three are room only, and none offers free cancellation.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
£802 for 7 nights, two guests · £115 a night
See roomsMoana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach
£2,702 for 7 nights, two guests · £386 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 builds
- Visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona
- Take a surf lesson in Waikiki, steps from the hotels
- 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 on your North Shore day
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 Milwaukee | Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Honolulu & Oahu | Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) |
| Flight time | 11h 38m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 4,230 miles each way |
| Time difference | -4 hours |
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What 7 nights in Honolulu & Oahu costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £886 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki) | £802 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | £2,005 |
| Total for two | £3,693 |
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: Milwaukee to Honolulu & Oahu
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £443 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £443 (12 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 4 hours behind Milwaukee
- The flight out leaves at 7:40 AM and lands at 3:18 PM, with one stop
- None of the three hotels offers free cancellation, and all are room only
- A checked bag is about $160 for two and isn't in the total
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if one stop is fine with you. The fare is $243 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. If you want a nonstop or a refundable room, skip it.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $2,240, all in: $1,176 for two round-trip flights plus $1,064 for 7 nights at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki, taxes and fees included. A checked bag (about $160 for two), any resort fee and spending money are extra.
Do I need a passport?
No. Hawaii is in the United States, so you don't need a passport, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What's the weather like Nov 14–21?
Normal highs are 81–82°F and lows are near 73°F. The normals list drizzle on most days and overcast skies on Nov 21, so pack a light rain layer.
How long is the flight?
The flight out takes 11h 38m with one stop. It leaves Milwaukee at 7:40 AM and lands in Honolulu at 3:18 PM local time, after crossing 4,230 miles.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes, for Oahu. Seven nights covers Waikiki beach time, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay and a full day on the North Shore, with room to rest after the long flight.
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