Hawaii flight special: Enjoy nonstop travel to the Big Island, Oahu, and Maui starting at just $191 round-trip.

For many travelers, a trip to Hawaii ranks high on their bucket list. A new fare sale features discounted flights to the Big Island, Oahu, and Maui.

This promotion includes round-trip flights from various U.S. cities like Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, and San Francisco for under $200. While most deals involve layovers, there are several nonstop options too.

Travel is available from September to December 2024, with plenty of options in November and December — perfect months to explore the islands. Some additional availability may extend from January to May 2025.

As is common with these promotions, the discounts are for economy class tickets. Most airlines in this sale offer a free carry-on, except for United Airlines. Checked baggage fees range from $35 to $40 each way, but keep in mind that Southwest Airlines allows two free checked bags.

The best fares featured in this deal are often found by booking through an online travel agency.

Overview of the deal

Airlines involved: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines

Routes: Flights available from Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and various other U.S. cities to the Big Island, Oahu, and Maui.

Booking instructions: Use Google Flights to search for available flights, then complete your reservation directly with the airline.

Travel periods: Mainly from September to December 2024, with select routes open from January to May 2025.

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Example flights

Departure airports included in this deal are:

• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
• Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
• Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
• Denver International Airport (DEN)
• George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston
• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
• Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
• San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
• Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
• Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) near Washington, D.C.
• Dulles International Airport (IAD) near Washington, D.C.

Arrival airports in Hawaii include:

• Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) on Oahu
• Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) on the Big Island
• Kahului Airport (OGG) on Maui

Some of the best deals we found are for flights starting from the West Coast. For instance, in December, you can fly nonstop with United from SFO to KOA for just $191 round-trip.

As per Google Flights, this fare is less than half of the usual price for this itinerary during peak travel season to Hawaii.

Travelers in the Bay Area also have good options for trips to Maui in December. United offers nonstop flights from SFO to OGG starting at $217 round-trip.

There are great nonstop flight options from LA to the Big Island as well. For instance, American Airlines offers a mid-December route from LAX to KOA for $257 round-trip.

You can also catch a flight to HNL from LAX in November with Alaska Airlines for only $232 round-trip.

If you're in Denver and can be flexible with your travel dates, there are excellent deals on September flights. United offers round-trip fares from DEN to OGG starting at $347, with layovers in San Francisco each way.

You can also discover flights from SEA to KOA during the holiday season, starting at just $210 round-trip.

Maximize your savings

When you book this deal or any flight, make sure to use a credit card that offers bonus points for airfare purchases, such as:

• Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Earn 2 points for every dollar spent on travel.
• American Express® Gold Card: Receive 3 points for every dollar spent on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through amextravel.com.
• The Platinum Card® from American Express: Get 5 points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel (on the first $500,000 of these purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar).
• Chase Sapphire Reserve®: Accrue 3 points for every dollar spent on travel.
• Citi Strata Premier℠ Card (see rates and fees): Earn 3 points for every dollar spent on air travel.

Key takeaways

The best options and prices in this deal are available for travel in December, coinciding with whale watching season. If you’re hoping to see these magnificent creatures, this sale could be your ticket.

As reported by TPG, Maui is ready for visitors following last year's wildfires. The island is open for tourism, but please remember to be mindful of your surroundings.