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HNL — KOA
אפר' 6 — אפר' 131
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Cheap flight deals from O'ahu to The Big Island

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$50
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$144

Good round-trip deal

$140 or less

Good one-way deal

$70 or less
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ד' 5/710:10 amHNL - ITO
Nonstop0h 55mAlaska Airlines
ד' 5/148:40 amITO - HNL
Nonstop0h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$119
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ה' 5/88:23 amHNL - KOA
Nonstop0h 48mAlaska Airlines
ג' 5/132:10 pmKOA - HNL
Nonstop0h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$120
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ה' 5/812:00 pmHNL - KOA
1 stop2h 35mSouthwest
ג' 5/138:10 amKOA - HNL
Nonstop0h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$125
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ב' 8/48:55 amHNL - ITO
Nonstop1h 00mSouthwest
ד' 8/611:45 amITO - HNL
Nonstop1h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$130
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ב' 4/78:50 amHNL - KOA
Nonstop0h 48mHawaiian Airlines
ב' 4/72:35 pmKOA - HNL
Nonstop0h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$154
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ג' 4/110:10 amHNL - ITO
Nonstop0h 55mHawaiian Airlines
ג' 4/11:45 pmITO - HNL
Nonstop0h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$154
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ש' 4/1911:15 amHNL - MUE
2 stops19h 38mSouthern / Mokulele
ד' 4/237:17 amMUE - HNL
2 stops7h 32mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 3/31$294
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ה' 4/249:25 amHNL - KOA
Nonstop0h 48mMultiple Airlines
ב' 4/288:30 pmKOA - HNL
3 stops10h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$328
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ו' 4/116:40 pmHNL - KOA
3 stops25h 15mSouthern / Mokulele
ו' 4/188:30 pmKOA - HNL
3 stops19h 20mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 3/31$395
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ש' 4/53:25 pmHNL - MUE
1 stop3h 48mMultiple Airlines
ב' 4/77:17 amMUE - HNL
1 stop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$472
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א' 9/149:40 pmHNL - KOA
1 stop14h 06mUnited Airlines
ו' 9/197:13 pmKOA - HNL
Nonstop0h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$738

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'ahu to The Big Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated אפריל 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from O'ahu to The Big Island that are best for you.

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O'ahu

Fly to

The Big Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HonoluluHilo

HNL - ITO

HNLITO

Honolulu

ד' 5/7

10:10 am-11:05 am

Nonstop0h 55m

Hilo Intl

ד' 5/14

8:40 am-9:34 am

Nonstop0h 54m

$119

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

ה' 5/8

8:23 am-9:11 am

Nonstop0h 48m

Kona Intl

ג' 5/13

2:10 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$120

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

ה' 5/8

12:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop2h 35m

Kona Intl

ג' 5/13

8:10 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$125

HonoluluHilo

HNL - ITO

HNLITO

Honolulu

ו' 4/18

8:40 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Hilo Intl

ג' 4/22

6:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$135

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

ב' 4/7

8:50 am-9:38 am

Nonstop0h 48m

Kona Intl

ב' 4/7

2:35 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$154

HonoluluHilo

HNL - ITO

HNLITO

Honolulu

ש' 4/12

11:00 am-11:56 am

Nonstop0h 56m

Hilo Intl

ש' 4/12

3:05 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$154

HonoluluWaimea (Big Island)

HNL - MUE

HNLMUE

Honolulu

ש' 4/19

11:15 am-6:53 am

2 stops19h 38m

Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala

ד' 4/23

7:17 am-2:49 pm

2 stops7h 32m

$294

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

ה' 4/24

9:25 am-10:13 am

Nonstop0h 48m

Kona Intl

ב' 4/28

8:30 pm-7:19 am

3 stops10h 49m

$328

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

ו' 4/11

6:40 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops25h 15m

Kona Intl

ו' 4/18

8:30 pm-3:50 pm

3 stops19h 20m

$395

HonoluluWaimea (Big Island)

HNL - MUE

HNLMUE

Honolulu

ש' 4/5

3:25 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop3h 48m

Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala

ב' 4/7

7:17 am-11:32 am

1 stop4h 15m

$472

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Best time to book a flight from O'ahu to The Big Island

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from O'ahu to The Big Island?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from O'ahu to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from O'ahu to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FUW to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from O'ahu to The Big Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated אפריל 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from O'ahu to The Big Island as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from O'ahu to The Big Island

Explore weekly flight availability from O'ahu to The Big Island. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated אפריל 1, 2025.

The most flights from zzFUW to zzFUI are scheduled on a Tuesday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

Rainfall in The Big Island by month

Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in The Big Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit The Big Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in The Big Island by month

Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to The Big Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing The Big Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Big Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to The Big Island. Reviews last updated אפריל 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines from O'ahu to The Big Island to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

O'ahu to The Big Island Travel Guide

Island-hopping among the Hawaiian Islands is one of the best ways to get a sense of the subtle differences between each island. If you're flying in from the mainland, you're probably landing in Honolulu, but from there, you can easily catch a quick flight to visit Hawaii, commonly known as the Big Island. The Big Island is home to five volcanoes, including Kilauea and Mauna Loa in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, both of which are active. The Big Island is also the source of some of the best coffee in the world, as well as stunning beaches along the Kailua-Kona coastline. Getting there by air is easy if you're already in the Hawaiian Islands.

You have a choice of volcanoes when you visit the Big Island - how often can you say that on vacation? Head to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you might even find some snow in the heart of winter, and consider renting bikes to speed all the way back down to sea level. When it gets hot down at the beach, go back up into the high valleys of Waimea, where you'll see actual cowboys at work. Along the Kohala Coast, you'll have to choose between perfect beaches and golf courses with ocean views, and if you visit in the fall, don't miss the annual Ironman competition.

As beautiful as Oahu is, getting to other islands can be the highlight of a Hawaiian vacation. Check out our smart search engine to find your best flights between Honolulu and the Big Island.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'ahu to The Big Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Oahu to Big Island?

    You can fly from Honolulu on the island of Oahu to the Kailua-Kona Airport on the Big Island in a little less than an hour.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Oahu to Big Island?

    Most flights to the Big Island head to the larger Kailua-Kona airport, but it's also possible to fly to Hilo. Hawaiian Airlines flies from Oahu to either airport, and Island Air and Mokulele fly just to Kona.

  • How frequent are flights between Oahu and Big Island?

    You can find flights to the Kailua-Kona airport from Honolulu at least once an hour during the day, with about three dozen flights available overall. About two dozen flights are available to Hilo International Airport daily.

  • Which airports serve Oahu to Big Island?

    The Big Island of Hawaii has two airports: Kailua-Kona International Airport on the west side of the island, and Hilo International on the east side. From Oahu, you'll be flying from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu.

  • Which direct flight route between Oahu and Big Island is cheapest?

    Flying into Kailua-Kona is generally the cheapest choice when coming to the Big Island from Oahu, if you shop carefully. However, you can find cheap flights to Hilo as well.

  • What are the best ways to get to the airports in Oahu and Big Island?

    When flying to the Big Island from Oahu, you will depart from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu. The Honolulu city bus system provides service to and from the airport for those interested in public transportation options, with most buses arriving and departing every 30 minutes or so. The Roberts Hawaii Airport Shuttle offers another convenient transportation option to the Honolulu airport. When you fly to the Big Island from Oahu, you will land at one of two airports, either Kona International Airport (KOA) on the west side of the island or Hilo International Airport (ITO) on the east side. The Kona airport is about a 20-minute drive from Kailua-Kona and about a 30-minute drive from Waikoloa. Transportation options from the airport include taxis, rideshare, shuttle, and limited bus service. The Hilo airport is just a 15-minute drive from the city of Hilo. You can get transportation from the airport via taxi, rideshare, or limited bus service.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Oahu to the Big Island?

    You can fly nonstop to the Big Island from Oahu via Hawaiian Airlines. Nonstop Hawaiian Airlines flights from Oahu to the Big Island are offered multiple times a day, every day of the week. You will depart from the Honolulu airport in Oahu, and you can choose to land at either Kona International Airport or Hilo International Airport. The nonstop flight to Kona is offered around 15 times a day, leaving almost every hour, and takes 50 minutes or less. The nonstop flight to Hilo departs about nine times a day and takes around an hour or less.

  • What are the stopover options between Oahu to the Big Island?

    Most flights from Oahu to the Big Island are nonstop. However, some flights to the Big Island from Oahu might require one stop. If you take a one-stop flight from Honolulu to Hilo, your layover will be at Kahului (OGG). If you opt to take a one-stop flight from Honolulu to Kona, your layover will be at either Kahului (OGG) or Lihue (LIH). With either arrival airport on the Big Island, your layover could add anywhere from 30 minutes to nine hours to your total flight time. In most cases, choosing a one-stop flight from Oahu to the Big Island will not save money over choosing a nonstop flight because so many nonstop flights are offered for this route.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Oahu to the Big Island?

    U.S. citizens flying to the Big Island from Oahu do not need a passport or visa to travel. Everyone over the age of 18 flying within the United States only needs a valid government-issued photo I.D. to fly. However, starting May 3, 2023, a REAL ID-compliant I.D. will be required for all travelers over 18. Children under 18 do not need a photo I.D. to fly within the U.S. and will not need to have a REAL I.D.

  • How popular is this O'ahu to The Big Island flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from O'ahu to The Big Island one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $50. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on Southwest start at $90 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'ahu to The Big Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'ahu to The Big Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'ahu to The Big Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'ahu to The Big Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'ahu to The Big Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'ahu to The Big Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from O'ahu to The Big Island?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from O'ahu to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from O'ahu to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Oahu to the Big Island?

    Over the last couple of years, several airlines have been implementing programs and supporting eco-friendly initiatives, including airlines that offer flights to the Big Island from Oahu, such as Hawaiian Airlines. Dubbed one of the leading eco-friendly air travel companies, Hawaiian Airlines has continually been advocating for biofuel adoption. In line with its mission of making Earth a better place, it has invested in a fleet of modern planes that consume less jet fuel and emit fewer emissions. Southwest Airlines is another eco-friendly option for flights from Oahu to the Big Island. A company dedicated to reducing its impact on the environment, Southwest Airlines has, for years, continually supported the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in its mission of developing viable and sustainable aviation fuel. This airline has also been purchasing carbon offsets from plenty of environmental conservation organizations.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Oahu to the Big Island?

    If you’re an advocate of sustainable travel, there are numerous ways you can lessen your carbon footprint while flying to the Big Island from Oahu. One of these ways is by calculating the amount of emissions your flight produced and purchasing a similar amount of carbon offsets. By buying carbon offsets, you’ll be offering financial support to companies that implement environmental conservation programs. Another way you can lower your carbon footprint is by carrying lighter luggage on your flight. If passengers travel with less luggage, their flights consume lower amounts of fuel. To lessen your carbon footprint, you can also travel during the day, as flights that travel during the night bring about clouds that hinder radiation produced by the Earth from escaping.

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Top 3 airlines flying from O'ahu to The Big Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from O'ahu to The Big Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated אפריל 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$112Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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