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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Honolulu International to Hilo flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Honolulu International to Hilo

Honolulu International to Hilo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Honolulu International to Hilo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Hilo.

Honolulu to Hilo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 2,515
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time56 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week475

Finding cheap flights from Honolulu International to Hilo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Honolulu International to Hilo is ج.م.‏ 5,030. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
56 minutes is the average flight time from Honolulu International to Hilo.
Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Honolulu International to Hilo.
As of April 2025, there are 475 flights per week flying from Honolulu International to Hilo.
The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to Hilo is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Honolulu International Airport to Hilo Airport on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Hilo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hilo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Hilo.

Flying from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.

  • Choose from 111 weekly Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Hawaiian Airlines is the earliest you can take. Hawaiian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:35.

  • To ensure you catch your HNL to ITO flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Hawaiian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Hilo (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Hawaiian Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering HNL to ITO flights. An impressive 92.03% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport. Kahului Airport is a top stopover on the HNL to ITO route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO)

  • ج.م.‏ 2,515 is the best price for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م.‏ 5,030. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To get cheap tickets from HNL to ITO, reserve your journey ten months ahead of your planned departure.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from HNL to ITO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport.

Handy information about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.42% of flights that depart HNL land on time.

  • Central Honolulu to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to HNL? If you're catching an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Hilo International Airport (ITO)

  • If you're arriving on a late Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ITO:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hilo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Hilo and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Hilo International Airport about one week before you set off.

Getting from Hilo International Airport (ITO) to central Hilo

  • Hilo International Airport to the centre of Hilo has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Hilo International Airport (ITO)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Hilo in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Hilo International Airport for October if you'd like to explore Hilo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 26ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to ITO in February. Average temperatures are between 17ºC and 24ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • Hilo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres north-west of Hilo, a visit to Honolulu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.

  • Around 354 kilometres north-west of Hilo, Pearl City is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.

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