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$61 Find Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Hilo

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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $190-$140
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/20Wed 5/20
HNL - ITO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$61
Typical prices: $80-$110
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/20
HNL - ITO • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Hilo (HNL-ITO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Hilo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Honolulu to Hilo

Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:17 pm - 3:14 pm
HNL
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ITO
0h 57mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 7:59 pm
ITO
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HNL
0h 55mnonstop
$117Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 9:55 am
HNL
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ITO
1h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:00 am
ITO
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HNL
1h 00mnonstop
$123Southwest
Tue, May 19 - Thu, May 21
Southwest Logo
8:45 pm - 9:45 pm
HNL
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ITO
1h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:00 am
ITO
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HNL
1h 00mnonstop
$129Southwest
Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:16 pm - 1:14 pm
HNL
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ITO
0h 58mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:59 pm - 6:54 pm
ITO
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HNL
0h 55mnonstop
$130Alaska Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Thu, May 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 2:31 pm
HNL
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ITO
0h 57mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 2:56 pm
ITO
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HNL
0h 57mnonstop
$131Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 9:55 am
HNL
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ITO
1h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:00 am
ITO
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HNL
1h 00mnonstop
$135Southwest
Tue, Jun 30 - Wed, Jul 1
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 2:27 pm
HNL
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ITO
0h 56mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 4:39 pm
ITO
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HNL
0h 54mnonstop
$150Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jun 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 7:58 am
HNL
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ITO
0h 53mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:47 pm - 5:40 pm
ITO
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HNL
0h 53mnonstop
$151Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 9:33 pm
HNL
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ITO
0h 53mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:55 am
ITO
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HNL
0h 55mnonstop
$152Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:16 pm - 1:14 pm
HNL
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ITO
0h 58mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 4:40 pm
ITO
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HNL
0h 56mnonstop
$153Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Honolulu to Hilo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Honolulu to Hilo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Honolulu to Hilo?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Honolulu to Hilo departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Honolulu to Hilo clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Hilo on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Honolulu to Hilo. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Hilo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Honolulu to Hilo is June, where tickets cost $150 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $195 and $194 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Honolulu to Hilo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Hilo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Honolulu to Hilo, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$61
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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Flights from Honolulu to Hilo: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Honolulu to Hilo 
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian Airlines
HNL
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ITO
Aug 2024
Do self check in. Much simpler print boarding passes at outside kiosk. I don't have that precheck but obviously they are trying to make everyone go that route bx we had to walk to the other end of the terminal for security once we checked in, instead of the much closer security check that was exclusive to precheck folks. That is frustrating.
CarisaFlew with Delta
HNL
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ITO
Mar 2024
Seat was not assigned and terminal was not provided. Research what terminal flys inter island.

FAQs for booking flights from Honolulu to Hilo

  • Is there public transportation to the Hilo city center from Hilo International Airport?

    Unfortunately, there is no bus that travels directly from Hilo Airport (ITO) to Hilo. On the other hand, there are services that leave from Hilo International Airport and arrive to Moheau Bus Terminal by way of Kalanianaole Richardsons Beach Park.

  • What services are available for passengers with reduced mobility?

    When departing from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, it is possible to make arrangements for special assistance in advance, which will allow you to pass through security and reach your gate without any problems. Restrooms that are accessible to people with disabilities are provided at the airport, in addition to further assistance for passengers with a concealed disability. Accessibility services are available at Hilo Airport, which serves as the destination airport, and include wheelchairs and specially designed facilities.

  • How early should I get to the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    It is strongly recommended that passengers arrive at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport a minimum of 2h before an international flight and 90min before an interisland trip, unless otherwise instructed.

  • Is there parking at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    There is a parking lot that is accessible around the clock, every day of the week. There is a maximum parking stay of 30 days. In the event that the parking lot is completely filled, vehicles have the option of proceeding to the top level, where a vehicle bridge leading to the International Parking Garage may be found. The International Garage has a total of 1,800 accessible parking spots for customers.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Honolulu to Hilo?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Honolulu to Hilo was $61 for a one-way ticket and $117 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Honolulu and Hilo?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Honolulu to Hilo?

    Honolulu airport is called Honolulu and the only airport in Hilo is Hilo Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Honolulu to Hilo?

    Only JetBlue offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Honolulu to Hilo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Honolulu to Hilo?

    The Boeing 717-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Honolulu to Hilo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Honolulu and Hilo.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Honolulu to Hilo?

    There are nonstop flights from Honolulu to Hilo on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Honolulu to Hilo, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Honolulu to Hilo are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $163 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $174 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Honolulu to Hilo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Honolulu to Hilo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Hilo from Honolulu is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Hilo with an airline and back to Honolulu with another airline. Booking your flights between Honolulu and ITO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Honolulu to Hilo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Hilo from Honolulu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Honolulu to Hilo

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $79 or less one-way and $134 or less round-trip.
  • If you have a flight that leaves Daniel K. Inouye International Airport very early in the morning, you may want to consider staying the night at the Airport Honolulu Hotel, which is a well-liked hotel that provides free airport shuttle service as well as free Wi-Fi throughout the terminals of the airport. You won't have to worry about rushing through the early traffic to make it to the airport on time.
  • If you are planning to bring your pet with you on your trip, HNL's Sterile area has extra Service and Transit Animal Relief Stations. They may be found in the C.B. Lansing Garden on the ground level of Terminal 1, as well as in the Hawaiian Garden on the ground level of Terminal 2.
  • Make use of the lounges that are offered at both the airport where you are departing and the airport where you are arriving. There is more than one United Club Lounge at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and Hilo International Airport (ITO). These lounges provide amenities including Wi-Fi, showers, and meals to their guests.
  • Baggage carts may be found at the International Arrivals areas of both Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and Hilo International Airport at no cost to passengers who need assistance with their bags. There is a small fee that must be paid in order to make use of the facility in any other area of the airport.
  • Take in the warmth of the Hawaiian sun one last time before you leave this magnificent island. Relax in the exquisitely HNL planted gardens, which include Chinese, Japanese, and Hawaiian gardens, respectively.

Prefer to fly direct from Honolulu to Hilo?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Honolulu to Hilo Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Honolulu Airport to Hilo Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Honolulu to Hilo Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Hilo Intl to Honolulu

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Honolulu to Hilo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Honolulu to Hilo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Honolulu to Hilo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4327 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
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Southwest is kind of a slum airline. It’s gotten more expensive over the years for less and less service. I am a Southwest Chase Visa card holder and was forced to choose a seat in the 26th row in the middle seat. However my wife who is a rewards member but doesn’t hold a card or anything else, gets randomly assigned a normally paid seat in row 6! How does that work?

4.0 OkayDavid, Apr 2026
COS - DAL
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Southwest is kind of a slum airline. It’s gotten more expensive over the years for less and less service. I am a Southwest Chase Visa card holder and was forced to choose a seat in the 26th row in the middle seat. However my wife who is a rewards member but doesn’t hold a card or anything else, gets randomly assigned a normally paid seat in row 6! How does that work?

For the first time in a long time, the Wi-Fi actually worked the entire flight! The flight crew was amazing as usual.

The seat was not comfortable. 1D. My back was sore all night and the next day.

Great flight. I didn't get a drink because I was asleep whole on the flight.

Great flight from Seattle to Phoenix and to Chicago-Midway from Phoenix

The new boarding process was easy and straightforward. Very pleasant.

The flight was okay. The pilots did an amazing job and kept us updated on the flight. The flight attendants were okay. They found time to be chatty with each other rather than focus on the guests. One of the attendants was a little less warm when asking about my bag I had on my lap that I was using during latter part of the mid- flight. Mind you, it was not the departure descent. I’m respectful to each and every attendant, it was the tone in her voice reminding me to place my carryon bag on the floor. I hope to have a better experience next time.

The entire travel day was a disaster from beginning to end. Woke up at two in the morning to make it to San Juan airport in time for a 5:30 am flight to Milwaukee which connected in Baltimore. Massive delays lead to me missing original connection out of Baltimore. Sixteen hours of delays/rebooking/layover time later, arrived in Milwaukee to find that only one of two checked bags made it there (despite the fact that Southwest brought another 737 jet to San Juan to fly us out to our original Baltimore connection—-not squeezed into another booked flight). The flight from Baltimore to Milwaukee was barely half full, so there was no logical reason to ship my bags out of Baltimore on a different flight to Chicago to then ship to Milwaukee. Southwest decided that my bags should not have been on the same connecting flight I WAS ON to Milwaukee, and then proceeded to accidentally leave my larger bag with the important items in Chicago. Terrible logic and support all around. Extremely angered and disappointed with SW. What a clownish operation your company has become!

It was as expected and I was grateful for the wheel chair help and ease of use.

One of the best airlines for fast boarding, on time arrivals, and top notch service!

Had to buy a snack box as I am gluten free. They should be free in extra comfort. Food they provided was awful. Not enough water stops.

You can standby to get on earlier flight if the seat is open.

it was good except the too big men in my personal space.

Free WiFi was awesome. I hate the five hour delayed take off.. arrrgh!

Overall, we had a very good experience with Alaska Airlines on our flight from Honolulu to Seattle. The First Class cabin was comfortable, boarding was smooth, and the crew was friendly and attentive. The meal service was solid and the overall flight felt well organized. One thing that stood out negatively was the drink service. I was in First Class and, while quietly watching movies and not causing any issues, I was cut off after four drinks. I understand safety policies, but the cutoff felt a bit premature given the context.

Cancelled the flight cuz they sent the WRONG plane and then they promised to rebook us and let us know within the hour what our next flight was. I have heard nothing after 12 hours and can’t get ahold of anyone.

I paid for WiFi but it never really worked. That was frustrating.

I flew Hawaiian Airlines three times during my trip. Each time, when we went to baggage claim, it took about 45 minutes to an hour to receive our luggage.

The kiosk was fast. I got in and got my baggage tag right away. There was a long lines at baggaged check in But it moved fast and checked my baggage with no problem. The flight was good. The flight attendants were very helpful, friendly and always smiling.

We were very late to take off, late exit plane, and luggage took a long time.

Omg the disaster at the security was on another level! “Go to this end, sorry closed now, go to that end”. Ridiculous! This took over an hour! As far as the airline was concerned although I booked nearly a year ago I couldn’t get my bag tag - stand in another 15 minute line or my seat on Hawaiian Airlines- 5 more minutes! Then my TSA status was denied. Like what the heck! Makes a person not want to travel with this amount of incompetence

The Honolulu Hub needs 2 to 3 times the amount of things to do as well as shuttles that transport to/from gates and terminals. Arriving from OCONUS locations; transferring to CONUS locations its a miserable experience. Fetching and re-checking bags, then returning to a gate across the airport take longer than any other large airport. If youre confused by what I mean, the process goes like this: Disembark plane Walk a mile to the main terminal Walk half a mile to baggage claim Wait 40 minutes for baggage Walk a mile to re-check-in baggage Wait 20 minutes for checking in those bags Fo back through the wrong TSA line because the signage is poor Almost miss the connecting flight because your gate is across the airport.

The crew were exceptionally nice and accommodating. My wife was tired after the flight from Haneda, Tokyo. They let her sleep and served her dinner later after she woke up, before we landed in PDX.

Horrible food and crew. Crew were laughing and talking loud while people were trying to sleep

I liked the Starlink WiFi but didn't like how they said they were the only airline to offer a free meal and it turns out to be just a standalone sandwich and then charge for snacks to go with it. Rather have the free snacks like Southwest, but have the option to purchase a decent meal for a 5+ hour flight.

Canceled my flight within 24 hours, causing me arriving home midnight. Will never book Hawaiian airlines anymore

I always love flying Hawaii and I have nothing to add

Flying with Hawaiian Airlines is a treat! They have the best crew, food and drinks! I’ve always enjoyed flying with Hawaiian Airlines and will continue to use them!

We decided to take our mom on vacation but we were worried how well she will do on the flight, she's a senior and required special accommodations such as transport chair since she can't stand for long periods. To our surprise my whole family was given priority boarding, my mom was given chair, we were not standing in line and were given seats in good area next to our mom. A+ experience!

Love you guys are so friendly and kind and wonderful

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