The Big Island

$43+ Cheap flights from Honolulu (HNL) to The Big Island

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HNL — KOA
Apr 26 — May 31
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Honolulu to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:15 pm
HNL
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KOA
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Wed 5/1311:35 am
KOA
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HNL
Nonstop0h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$118
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Wed 4/89:45 am
HNL
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KOA
Nonstop0h 55m
Southwest
Tue 4/141:55 pm
KOA
-
HNL
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/612:20 pm
HNL
-
KOA
1 stop2h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/127:00 pm
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$124
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/165:30 pm
HNL
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KOA
Nonstop0h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/216:00 am
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$125
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:04 am
HNL
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KOA
Nonstop0h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/201:51 pm
KOA
-
HNL
1 stop3h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$127
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Tue 5/269:00 pm
HNL
-
KOA
Nonstop0h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/298:45 pm
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$128
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/248:04 am
HNL
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KOA
Nonstop0h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/285:00 pm
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$129
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/138:45 pm
HNL
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ITO
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Fri 5/1511:45 am
ITO
-
HNL
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$129
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/159:30 pm
HNL
-
KOA
Nonstop0h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/2111:38 am
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/22$130
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:00 pm
HNL
-
ITO
Nonstop0h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/259:46 am
ITO
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$130
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:10 am
HNL
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KOA
Nonstop0h 55m
Southwest
Sun 4/198:05 am
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$132
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/139:50 am
HNL
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KOA
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Sat 4/188:05 am
KOA
-
HNL
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$133

Find flight deals from Honolulu to The Big Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Honolulu to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated March 27, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$118
(Southwest)

One-way from

$43
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$169

Good round-trip deal

$150 or less

Good one-way deal

$75 or less
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From Honolulu to The Big Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Honolulu to The Big Island.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Honolulu to The Big Island.

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Cheapest round-trip

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Wed 9/16

6:10 am-7:00 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Kona Intl

Wed 9/23

7:05 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$118

HonoluluHilo

HNL - ITO

HNLITO

Honolulu

Wed 4/15

8:55 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 00m

Hilo Intl

Sun 4/19

8:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$129
Quickest round-trip

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Wed 8/12

7:40 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop0h 47m

Kona Intl

Wed 8/19

6:56 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop0h 47m

$130

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Mon 4/13

9:45 am-10:40 am

Nonstop0h 55m

Kona Intl

Thu 4/16

7:00 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$130

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Sat 5/16

9:45 am-10:40 am

Nonstop0h 55m

Kona Intl

Mon 5/18

1:55 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$130

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Sat 8/1

9:45 am-10:40 am

Nonstop0h 55m

Kona Intl

Wed 8/5

6:05 am-6:55 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$134

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Fri 4/17

8:35 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

Kona Intl

Tue 4/21

1:55 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$134

HonoluluHilo

HNL - ITO

HNLITO

Honolulu

Tue 5/5

1:35 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

Hilo Intl

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-6:56 am

Nonstop0h 56m

$140

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Thu 5/14

1:20 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Kona Intl

Fri 5/15

1:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop2h 35m

$140

HonoluluKailua-Kona

HNL - KOA

HNLKOA

Honolulu

Tue 5/12

1:12 pm-3:21 pm

1 stop2h 09m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/13

1:26 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop0h 51m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Honolulu to The Big Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island (average of $78). Flying from Honolulu to The Big Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 HNL to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from Honolulu 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 March 27, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Honolulu to The Big Island is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Honolulu to The Big Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Honolulu to The Big Island. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Honolulu to The Big Island flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Honolulu to The Big Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Honolulu 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 March 27, 2026.

The most flights from HNL to zzFUI are scheduled on a Thursday (92 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (69 on average).

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 March 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Honolulu to The Big Island, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Honolulu to The Big Island Travel Guide

While Honolulu often gets credit as the most popular flight destination in Hawaii, the Island of Hawaii - more commonly known as Big Island - offers an enormous selection of sightseeing and vacation destinations. While there are plenty of places to just kick back and relax, adventurers love Big Island for its national park lands and volcanoes, including the mighty Kilauea. The Hilo region offers travelers a wonderful mix of shopping, museums and natural beauty (including some majestic waterfalls), which should not be missed. Wherever you land when you make the jump from Honolulu to Big Island, there is always something to do or see.

While Honolulu and Big Island are close geographically and culturally, there are some noticeable differences. Big Island is...well, bigger, to start, and its attractions are spread over a larger area. Big Island boasts numerous micro-climate zones, so you can do your research and find the spot that suits you best. A typical Hawaiian vacation plan might begin with the popular attractions and city sights of Honolulu followed by a dose of natural beauty on Big Island.

Become a savvy island hopper when you book the Hawaiian vacation of your dreams. Save money and don't miss a thing on your itinerary when you use our smart search engine to book a flight from Honolulu to Big Island.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Honolulu 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.
  • Which airports on Big Island have sustainability practices and what are they?

    The KOA bottle is located close to the water source, helping to reduce the bottle's carbon footprint. They blow their own bottles at the Kona Deep bottling plant, and some of their BPA-free plastic is made within 300 yards of their production facilities. No finished bottles are imported from the mainland, reducing the airport's environmental impact. Instead of employing conventional air conditioning, which is extremely energy-intensive in tropical areas, they make use of the water already available by re-piping naturally cold water from the deep ocean all over the structure. ITO’s infrastructure ensures efficient long-term sustainability.

  • How can passengers traveling to Big Island from Honolulu lessen the impact they have on the environment?

    Look for planes that produce less CO2 to lower your personal carbon footprint. It's also possible to look for daytime flights, which are thought to have a smaller impact on global warming than their nighttime counterparts. Fuel efficiency makes nonstop or minimally connecting flights more eco-friendly.

  • Which airlines have the least impact on the environment and travel to Big Island from Honolulu?

    In order to lessen their impact on the environment caused by their transpacific fleet by approximately one ton of carbon dioxide per year, Hawaiian Airlines has reduced the size of their food carts and given their pilots iPads in place of bulky binders. The flight crew recycles everything from cans and bottles to menus and takeout containers. Compostable paper bags have been installed in place of the disposable plastic trays and breakfast dishes that were previously used on the aircraft.

  • How long is the flight from Honolulu to Big Island?

    No matter which of Big Island's two big airports you choose, hopping between the islands is probably going to take less than an hour. Getting from Honolulu to Kona (west side of the island) takes about 10 minutes less.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Honolulu to Big Island?

    Hawaiian Airlines, Island Air and Mokulele Airlines are the three main passenger carriers shuttling travelers from Honolulu and Big Island. However, Mokulele mostly flies into only one of Big Island's two major airports (Kona).

  • How frequent are flights between Honolulu and Big Island?

    Literally dozens of flights depart Honolulu for Big Island every day. Since travelers like to see many parts of the Hawaiian islands during their vacations, airlines provide plenty of flight options to accommodate those plans.

  • Which airports serve Honolulu to Big Island?

    The primary airport serving Honolulu is Honolulu International Airport (HNL), also called Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Several smaller airports serve the island as well, but your best bet for finding a cheap flight to Big Island is likely out of HNL. As for your destination, Big Island has two major airports: Kona International Airport (KOA) serves the west side, and Hilo International Airport (ITO) is on the east side. Check your itinerary and a map to figure out which one best serves your sightseeing or recreation plans.

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

    The typical cheap flight from Honolulu to Big Island as low as $150 or just a bit more. Flying to KOA is usually slightly cheaper than ITO because of the shorter flight time.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Honolulu to The Big Island?

    Most people fly from Honolulu (HNL) if they book a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island. Honolulu is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Honolulu’s city center.

  • How popular is this Honolulu to The Big Island flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Honolulu to The Big Island?

    Departing from Honolulu to The Big Island will take you 47m. The distance from Honolulu to The Big Island is about 164 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $45 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $60 and Hawaiian Airlines from $60 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Honolulu to The Big Island?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Honolulu to The Big Island?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island consider choosing Southwest (85%), Japan Airlines (79%) or Alaska Airlines (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Honolulu to The Big Island?

    While on average a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island is generally $141, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $65. When looking at the most popular route, (Honolulu - Kona Intl), you can expect to pay $82 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Honolulu 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 Honolulu to The Big Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Honolulu to The Big Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Honolulu 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 Honolulu to The Big Island?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Honolulu to The Big Island (average of $78). Flying from Honolulu to The Big Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Honolulu to The Big Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Honolulu 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$97Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$98Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$102Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$110Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to The Big Island

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to The Big Island. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Southwest Airlines, which flies on this route, has established a 10-year goal of decreasing its carbon emissions per passenger by at least 20% by 2030 through fleet modernization, route optimization, and other activities, without resorting to the usage of offsets.
  • Kona International Airport's (KOA) modernization program focuses on being environmentally sustainable with primary emphasis on making substantial use of recycled materials, as well as sustainable energy sources, especially solar.
  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) has a Sustainable Management Plan (SMP) that aims to strengthen airport-community ties, lessen the airport's negative impact on the environment, and boost economic returns. HNL will be able to comply with State and municipal goals, rules, and initiatives with the help of the SMP since it analyzes how and where sustainability management is included into long-term planning.

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