$252 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Honolulu (HNL)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Honolulu (DTW-HNL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $252 for one-way flights and $544 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 29
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$544 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $544 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 29
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$549 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$549
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $549 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 1
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$554 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$554
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $554 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 29
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$564 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$564
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $564 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 29
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$569 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$569
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $569 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Fri, May 23
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$573 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$573
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $573 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$575 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$575
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $575 found 3 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Tue, May 13
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$637 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$637
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $637 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$712 Roundtrip, just found
$712
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $712 just found
United
Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
DTW
Detroit
HNL
Oahu
$754 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$754
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Detroit to Oahu, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $754 found 1 hour ago
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Honolulu (HNL)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$544
Distance
4467 mi

Detroit to Honolulu Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Honolulu

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Detroit to Honolulu are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Honolulu with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Honolulu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Honolulu: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Detroit to Honolulu

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Detroit to Honolulu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $252 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Detroit to Honolulu flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Detroit to Honolulu airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) start from $1220. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving DTW on May 21 2025 and touching down at HNL. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to HNL?
The cheapest flights from DTW to HNL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Jump on a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and journey straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DTW to HNL?
Take off from DTW to HNL with Delta. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $710. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DTW on July 19 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) offers 5 direct flights to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) per week. If you’re looking for more choice, take advantage of Expedia’s filters to look for flights with layovers. Squeeze in a visit to another destination or simply break up your travels.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Flights between DTW and HNL are their busiest at 10 AM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to HNL?
Jet off on a Wednesday if you’re looking for the best choice of flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 10:00AM UTC-5, departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You’ll be traveling for approximately 10h 13m, touching down at Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) at approximately 3:13PM UTC-10.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
It takes roughly 10 hours and 13 minutes to fly the 4,500 mi from DTW to HNL.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to HNL?
With 92% of journeys generally arriving on time, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
To avoid potential delays on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Honolulu from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) is the only airport in Honolulu with direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Compare your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DTW to HNL just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you’re flexible with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to HNL flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a DTW to HNL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you’ve selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)?
If you reserved your DTW to HNL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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