HNL (Honolulu) to SFO (San Francisco) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.HNL → SFO
HNL (Honolulu) to SFO (San Francisco)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs Hawaiian Airlines at 63%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 89% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 63%.
Accurate?
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Departing from HNL
84% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SFO
80% on timeWhen flights into SFO are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SFO: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.