SFO (San Francisco) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.SFO → HNL
SFO (San Francisco) to HNL (Honolulu)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Hawaiian Airlines on this route — 82% vs 71% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 82% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 71%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SFO
76% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SFO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at HNL
83% 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 October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.