SMF (Sacramento) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SMF → HNL
SMF (Sacramento) to HNL (Honolulu)
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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).
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Southwest Airlines edges out Hawaiian Airlines on this route — 89% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 89% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 75%.
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Good to know
Departing from SMF
82% on timeTSA is currently ~15 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 ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.