Lihue to Oakland flights
Direct and connecting flights from Lihue Airport (LIH) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Lihue to Oakland take?
Flight time from Lihue (LIH) to Oakland (OAK) 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 Lihue to Oakland?
Airline availability for LIH to OAK 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 Lihue to Oakland?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LIH to OAK 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
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Alaska Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LIH → OAK
LIH to OAK is a medium-haul route of 3,950 km (2,454 mi). See the return OAK → LIH route.
Alternative airports near Lihue: Barking Sands (BKH) — 46 km.
Alternative airports near Oakland: Hayward (HWD) — 11 km, Alameda (NGZ) — 12 km, San Francisco (SFO) — 18 km.