SAN (San Diego) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 56 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.SAN → HNL
SAN (San Diego) to HNL (Honolulu)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 80% on time vs Hawaiian Airlines at 59%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 80% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 59%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SAN
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SAN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at HNL
84% on timeWhen flights into HNL are late, the average delay is 55 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at HNL: 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.