Honolulu & Oahu from Detroit, Nov 14–21: $2,858 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Southwest fare of $785 per person, $201 below the typical fare
- Oasis Hotel Waikiki: 7.9 from 1,515 reviews, free cancellation
- Highs of 81–82°F and big-wave season on the North Shore
The catch: The fare has two stops and takes 14h 30m, and a checked bag is about $140 for two, which isn't in the total.
Worth it if a long travel day for a warm week in Waikiki suits you; skip it if you need a nonstop.
Worth it if you can handle a long travel day: $2,858 for two covers the Southwest flights at $1,570, 7 nights at Oasis Hotel Waikiki at $1,113 and its $175 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. It runs Nov 14–21, 2026, for 7 nights. The flight isn't nonstop: it has two stops and takes 14h 30m, leaving Detroit at 10:00 AM.
The total, before you go
$2,858 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,570 |
| Oasis Hotel Waikiki, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,113 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $175 |
| The total, before you go | $2,858 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $140 |
$201 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $35 each way per bag on Southwest, $140 for two round trip); 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
$785 per person, round trip
$1,570 for two, taxes and fees included · Southwest · 2 stops · 14h 30m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 10:00 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 7:30 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest | $785 | 2 stops | 14h 30m |
| United | $865 | 2 stops | 18h 4m |
| Southwest | $886 | 2 stops | 13h 45m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 5:04 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
When we checked, the fare was $785 per person, which is $201 below the typical fare on this route, or 20% under it. It's also the lowest fare we've seen in 30 days. That brings the whole trip to $2,858 for two, all in, including the hotel's $175 resort fee. Spending money and checked bags aren't included. For Nov 14–21, typical highs are 81–82°F with lows near 73°F, and the daily normals show light drizzle, so expect passing showers. November is the start of big-wave surf season on the North Shore, and humpback whales show up offshore. It's also before December, when peak family season brings the highest rates. You get a full week, which is enough for beach mornings in Waikiki, a day at Pearl Harbor and a drive north to watch the surf. Prices were current when we found them and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach-and-island week with some history and a city base. You can walk Waikiki for surf lessons, shops and dinner, then plan day trips to Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head and the North Shore. It suits couples or two friends who want warm water and an easy pace, with one or two early starts for a sunrise hike or a snorkel. It works for a family too.
Weather in Honolulu & Oahu, Nov 14–21
Typical highs 81–82°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 82 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 82 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 82 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 81 °F | 73 °F | Drizzle |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 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, where the beachfront high-rises put surf lessons, shops and nightlife within walking distance. Oasis Hotel Waikiki is our best-value pick and the one in the total: $1,113 for 7 nights, or $159 a night, scored 7.9 from 1,515 reviews. You can cancel for free, and its $175 resort fee is already counted. Pacific Monarch Hotel is $1,325 for the stay, or $189 a night, scored 8.1 from 1,305 reviews, with a partial ocean view studio suite. It adds $209 in fees at the property. Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach is the top-rated pick at 8.9 from 719 reviews. It costs $3,584, or $512 a night, plus $565 in fees at the property. Neither of these two offers free cancellation. If you'd rather have quiet, Ko Olina has lagoon resorts on the west side.
Oasis Hotel Waikiki
$1,113 for 7 nights, two guests · $159 a night
See roomsMoana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach
$3,584 for 7 nights, two guests · $512 a night
See roomsPacific Monarch Hotel
$1,325 for 7 nights, two guests · $189 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 day warms up
- 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 surfers at Banzai Pipeline, since November starts big-wave season on the North Shore
- Eat garlic shrimp from a Haleiwa food truck on the North Shore drive
Also worth it
- Learn to surf in Waikiki
Tours and tickets in Honolulu & Oahu
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Detroit | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Honolulu & Oahu | Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) |
| Flight time | 14h 30m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 4,480 miles each way |
| Time difference | -5 hours |
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What 7 nights in Honolulu & Oahu costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,570 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Oasis Hotel Waikiki) | $1,113 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $2,660 |
| Total for two | $5,343 |
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: Detroit to Honolulu & Oahu
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $785 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $785 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $986 |
| Price checks | 5 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers 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 you pay in US dollars
- Honolulu is 5 hours behind Detroit, and the trip covers 4,480 miles
- The outbound flight leaves DTW at 10:00 AM and lands at HNL at 7:30 PM, with two stops
- A checked bag is about $140 for two and isn't in the total
- Oasis Hotel Waikiki offers free cancellation, and its $175 resort fee is in the total
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it for the two of you if a long travel day is fine. The fare is $785 per person, 20% below the typical fare on this route, and you get 7 nights in Waikiki with highs of 81–82°F. The catch is the flight: two stops and 14h 30m.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $2,858 for two, all in: $1,570 for the flights, $1,113 for 7 nights at Oasis Hotel Waikiki and its $175 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. Checked bags (about $140 for two) and spending money aren't included.
Do I need a passport?
No. Hawaii is in the United States, so you pay in US dollars and fly into Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL).
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 81–82°F and lows near 73°F for Nov 14–21. The daily normals show drizzle, so plan on short showers. November also brings big North Shore waves and humpback whales offshore.
Is 7 nights enough?
Yes, for Oahu. A week leaves room for Waikiki beach days, Pearl Harbor, a Diamond Head sunrise hike, Hanauma Bay and a day on the North Shore, which is an hour from Waikiki.
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