Deal Alert: SFO to Maui from $296 Round-Trip on Hawaiian and United
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Flight deals to Hawaii are back for travelers originating in San Francisco (SFO). Hawaiian and United both have cheap fares for nonstop service to Maui (OGG) through March, starting from $296 round-trip. The discounted rates are available on both airlines during these travel dates, and availability appears to be quite flexible.
Airlines: Hawaiian and United
Route: SFO to OGG
Cost: $296+ round-trip in economy
Dates: January 2016 through March 2016
Elite Mileage Earning: At least 4,676 premier-qualifying miles
Fare Class: N
Booking Link: Orbitz
Pay With: American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige or Chase Sapphire Preferred Card
Search for your flight here:
Here are a few examples of what you can book:
San Francisco (SFO) to Maui (OGG) for $296 on United in January (earns 4,676 PQMs):
San Francisco (SFO) to Maui (OGG) for $296 on Hawaiian in February:
San Francisco (SFO) to Maui (OGG) for $296 on Hawaiian in March:
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H/T: Thrifty Traveler
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