Honolulu & Oahu from San Diego, Nov 14–21: $1,872 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $76 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki, rated 8 by 1,299 guests
- Typical highs 81–82°F, lows near 73°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 8h 28m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
When we checked, round-trip flights from San Diego to Honolulu & Oahu were $404 per person, or $808 for two, for Nov 14–21, 2026 (7 nights). The flight is United with one stop, 8h 28m on the way out, and highs run 81–82°F with lows near 73°F. The best-value hotel, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki, is $1,064 for the week, which works out to $152 a night.
The total, before you go
$1,872 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $808 |
| Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,064 |
| The total, before you go | $1,872 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$76 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 for two round trip); 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
$404 per person, round trip
$808 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 8h 28m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 6:20 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 12:48 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $404 | 1 stop | 8h 28m |
| Alaska. Operated by Alaska as Hawaiian Airlines | $447 | nonstop | 6h 23m |
| Delta. Operated by SkyWest DBA Delta Connection | $416 | 1 stop | 7h 49m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 5:08 AM PDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The United fare was $404 per person round trip, or $808 for two, when we checked. That's $76 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 16% gap. We looked at 12 offers, and they ran from $404 to $480. If you'd rather fly nonstop, an Alaska flight operated as Hawaiian Airlines was $447 per person and takes 6h 23m. Mid-November is big-wave surf season on the North Shore, with humpback whales offshore. Highs this time of year are 81–82°F and lows are near 73°F. Our budget for the full week for two came to $4,532, which covers flights, the hotel and $2,660 of spending money. It's a good fit for a beach week that still leaves time for Pearl Harbor and a sunrise hike. All prices include taxes and fees as we found them, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach-and-island week with some city and history mixed in. You get easy days on the sand in Waikiki, a few early mornings for hikes or snorkeling, and one longer day trip to the North Shore. It suits couples or a pair of friends who want warm water without a packed schedule. A full week makes the pace relaxed, so you can save the big outings for whichever days have the clearest skies.
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, which has beachfront high-rises, surf lessons, shops and nightlife you can walk to. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki is the best-value pick. It's $1,064 for 7 nights ($152 a night) for a king room, with a review score of 8 from 1,299 reviews. Oasis Hotel Waikiki is the budget option at $1,113 for the stay ($159 a night), with a score of 7.9 from 1,515 reviews. It's also the only one of the three with free cancellation. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower is the top-rated pick, scoring 9.3 from 774 reviews. A One-Bedroom Suite there is $4,418 for the week, or $631 a night. If you're after cheaper rooms and a local food scene, Downtown / Chinatown is another area to look at.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
$1,064 for 7 nights, two guests · $152 a night
See roomsAston Waikiki Beach Tower
$4,418 for 7 nights, two guests · $631 a night
See roomsOasis Hotel Waikiki
$1,113 for 7 nights, two guests · $159 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 the USS Arizona.
- Take a beginner surf lesson in Waikiki.
- Snorkel Hanauma Bay on a calm morning.
- Watch big winter surf at Banzai Pipeline on the North Shore.
- Eat garlic shrimp from a Haleiwa food truck after the Pipeline stop.
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 San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Honolulu & Oahu | Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) |
| Flight time | 8h 28m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 2,608 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
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What 7 nights in Honolulu & Oahu costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $808 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki) | $1,064 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $2,660 |
| Total for two | $4,532 |
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: San Diego to Honolulu & Oahu
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $404 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $404 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
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
- You don't need a passport, and the currency is the US dollar.
- Honolulu is 2 hours behind San Diego.
- The $404 United flight has one stop and takes 8h 28m. It leaves SAN at 6:20 AM and lands at HNL at 12:48 PM.
- All three hotel prices are room only. Only Oasis Hotel Waikiki offers free cancellation.
- November falls in big-wave surf season on the North Shore, and humpback whales are offshore.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $404 per person round trip on United, or $808 for two, with taxes and fees included. Fares we saw for these dates ran from $404 to $480. Prices can change after we check.
Is there a nonstop option?
Yes. An Alaska flight operated as Hawaiian Airlines was $447 per person and takes 6h 23m. It leaves San Diego at 8:05 AM and lands in Honolulu at 12:28 PM, compared with 8h 28m for the one-stop United fare.
Do I need a passport?
No. Oahu is in the United States, so you won't need a passport, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Seasonal averages for these dates show highs of 81–82°F and lows near 73°F, with some drizzle on most days. That's warm enough for the beach every day.
Is 7 nights enough?
For Oahu, a week works well. You get time for Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head and Hanauma Bay, plus a day on the North Shore, which is an hour from Waikiki.
What does the whole week cost for two?
Our budget for two came to $4,532: $808 for flights, $1,064 at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki and $2,660 for spending, which is $190 a day.
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