Honolulu & Oahu from Syracuse, Nov 14–23: $3,150 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $742 per person, $419 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs of 81–82°F for nine nights in Waikiki
- Oasis Hotel Waikiki: 7.9 from 1,515 reviews, free cancellation
The catch: The outbound has two stops and takes 29h 9m, drizzle shows up most days, and a checked bag is about $160 for two.
Worth it if a long travel day is fine in exchange for nine warm nights; skip it if you need a nonstop or a short flight.
Worth it if you can handle a long travel day: $3,150 for two, all in, which is the flights at $1,484 plus Oasis Hotel Waikiki at $1,439 and its $227 resort fee, taxes and fees included. That's nine nights, Nov 14–23, 2026, on United, operated by SkyWest DBA United Express, and it's not nonstop: the outbound has two stops. Checked bags and spending money aren't in that total.
The total, before you go
$3,150 for two · 9 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,484 |
| Oasis Hotel Waikiki, 9 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,439 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $227 |
| The total, before you go | $3,150 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$419 per person below the typical fare on this route.
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); 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
$742 per person, round trip
$1,484 for two, taxes and fees included · United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express · 2 stops · 29h 9m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 5:20 PM – Sun, Nov 15, 5:29 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | $742 | 2 stops | 29h 9m |
| United. Operated by Commuteair DBA United Express | $772 | 2 stops | 26h 53m |
| United | $794 | 2 stops | 19h 10m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 9:46 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $742 per person, $419 below the typical fare on this route, and it's the lowest we've seen in 30 days. Across the 12 offers we checked, fares ran from $742 to $1,197 per person. That puts the whole trip at $3,150 for two, all in: flights plus nine nights at Oasis Hotel Waikiki, with its $227 resort fee included. Mid-November is big-wave surf season on the North Shore, and humpback whales are offshore. Typical highs are 81–82°F and lows sit near 73°F, though the seasonal normals show drizzle on most days. You'll also miss the peak family season, when rates are highest, which runs June through August plus December. These are all-in prices from when we checked. They can change, so look at the live price before you decide.
The kind of trip this is
This is a beach-and-history week on an island with a real city attached. You can do Diamond Head or Hanauma Bay in the morning, spend afternoons on the sand in Waikiki, then save one day for Pearl Harbor and another for the drive to the North Shore. It suits a couple or two friends who like lazy hours with one plan a day. Nine nights keeps the pace easy.
Weather in Honolulu & Oahu, Nov 14–23
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 |
| Sun, Nov 22 | 81 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
| Mon, Nov 23 | 81 °F | 72 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Honolulu & Oahu
All three hotels are in Waikiki, the beachfront strip with surf lessons, shops and nightlife on foot. Oasis Hotel Waikiki is our best-value pick at $1,439 for the stay, or $160 a night. It scores 7.9 from 1,515 reviews, has free cancellation, and its $227 resort fee is already in our total. Pacific Monarch Hotel scores higher, 8.1 from 1,305 reviews, at $1,715, or $191 a night, for a studio suite with a partial ocean view. It has no free cancellation and charges $270 in fees at the property. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach Hotel is the top rated, 9 from 365 reviews. It's $8,753, or $973 a night, for an ocean-view corner suite, plus $1,379 in property fees. If you want somewhere quieter, Ko Olina has lagoon resorts on the west side.
Oasis Hotel Waikiki
$1,439 for 9 nights, two guests · $160 a night
See roomsThe Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach Hotel
$8,753 for 9 nights, two guests · $973 a night
See roomsPacific Monarch Hotel
$1,715 for 9 nights, two guests · $191 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 surf lesson in Waikiki, steps from all three hotels
- Snorkel Hanauma Bay
- Watch the big winter waves 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 Syracuse | Syracuse Hancock International (SYR) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Honolulu & Oahu | Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) |
| Flight time | 29h 9m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 4,819 miles each way |
| Time difference | -5 hours |
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What 9 nights in Honolulu & Oahu costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,484 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (Oasis Hotel Waikiki) | $1,439 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | $3,420 |
| Total for two | $6,343 |
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: Syracuse to Honolulu & Oahu
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $742 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $742 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,161 |
| Price checks | 6 |
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, the currency is the US dollar, and Honolulu is 5 hours behind Syracuse.
- The outbound leaves Syracuse on Saturday, Nov 14 at 5:20 PM and lands at Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) Sunday at 5:29 PM.
- Checked bags aren't in the fare; plan on about $160 for two.
- All three hotels are room only; Pacific Monarch Hotel has no free cancellation.
- Prices are all in as we found them and can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a long flight doesn't bother you. The fare is 36% below the typical fare on this route, it's the lowest in 30 days, and you get nine nights of 81–82°F highs. If you want a nonstop or a quick trip, skip it.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $3,150 for two. That's $1,484 in flights plus $1,439 for Oasis Hotel Waikiki and its $227 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. Checked bags, about $160 for two, and spending money are on top.
How long is the flight?
The outbound has two stops and takes 29h 9m. You leave Syracuse at 5:20 PM on Saturday, Nov 14 and land in Honolulu at 5:29 PM on Sunday, Nov 15. It covers 4,819 miles.
What is the weather like in mid-November?
Typical highs are 81–82°F, with lows near 73°F. The seasonal normals show drizzle on most days and one overcast day, so plan beach time loosely.
Do I need a passport?
No. Hawaii is in the US, and you pay in US dollars. Just remember the clock runs 5 hours behind Syracuse.
Is 9 nights enough?
Yes, it's plenty for Oahu. Nine nights covers Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay and a day on the North Shore, with room for slow beach days in Waikiki and recovering from the long flight.
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