Oakland to Lihue flights
Direct and connecting flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Lihue Airport (LIH) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Oakland to Lihue take?
Flight time from Oakland (OAK) to Lihue (LIH) 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 Oakland to Lihue?
Airline availability for OAK to LIH 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 Oakland to Lihue?
Direct (nonstop) availability on OAK to LIH 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 OAK → LIH
OAK to LIH is a medium-haul route of 3,950 km (2,454 mi). See the return LIH → OAK route.
Alternative airports near Oakland: Hayward (HWD) — 11 km, Alameda (NGZ) — 12 km, San Francisco (SFO) — 18 km.
Alternative airports near Lihue: Barking Sands (BKH) — 46 km.