Honolulu to Hilo flights
Direct and connecting flights from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Honolulu to Hilo take?
Flight time from Honolulu (HNL) to Hilo (ITO) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Honolulu to Hilo?
Airline availability for HNL to ITO changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Honolulu to Hilo?
Direct (nonstop) availability on HNL to ITO varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Southwest Airlines5-yr attributed events: 40Last 90 days: none recorded
- FDX5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| FDX | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning HNL → ITO
HNL to ITO is a short-haul route of 349 km (217 mi). See the return ITO → HNL route.
Alternative airports near Honolulu: Kapolei (JRF) — 15 km, Wahiawa (HHI) — 22 km, Kaneohe Bay (NGF) — 22 km.
Alternative airports near Hilo: Bradshaw Field (BSF) — 53 km, Kamuela (MUE) — 72 km, Waikoloa Village (WKL) — 88 km.