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$55 Find Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Lihue

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Cheapest round-trip
$118
Overall average: $160
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue 2/17Tue 2/24
HNL - LIH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$55
Typical prices: $70-$90
Southwest
Tue 4/28
HNL - LIH • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Lihue (HNL-LIH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Lihue 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 Lihue

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 10:37 am
HNL
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LIH
0h 42mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 5:00 pm
LIH
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HNL
0h 39mnonstop
$118Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 6:17 am
HNL
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LIH
0h 41mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 11:25 am
LIH
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HNL
0h 40mnonstop
$119Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:49 pm - 8:30 pm
HNL
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LIH
0h 41mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 4:58 pm
LIH
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HNL
0h 38mnonstop
$122Alaska Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:49 pm - 8:30 pm
HNL
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LIH
0h 41mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 9:39 pm
LIH
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HNL
0h 39mnonstop
$123Alaska Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 21
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7:49 pm - 8:30 pm
HNL
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LIH
0h 41mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 5:48 pm
LIH
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HNL
0h 38mnonstop
$124Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 10:22 pm
HNL
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LIH
0h 42mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:28 am - 8:05 am
LIH
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HNL
0h 37mnonstop
$125Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 6:17 am
HNL
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LIH
0h 41mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:52 am - 9:35 am
LIH
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HNL
0h 43mnonstop
$126Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, May 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 10:37 am
HNL
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LIH
0h 42mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:21 am - 8:00 am
LIH
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HNL
0h 39mnonstop
$127Alaska Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, May 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:46 pm - 2:30 pm
HNL
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LIH
0h 44mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 9:39 pm
LIH
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HNL
0h 39mnonstop
$128Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 4:57 pm
HNL
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LIH
0h 42mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 9:38 pm
LIH
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HNL
0h 38mnonstop
$129Hawaiian Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Honolulu to Lihue flights

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

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Planning a trip from Honolulu to Lihue? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Honolulu to Lihue, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Lihue, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Lihue, 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 Lihue is May, where tickets cost $150 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $182 and $179 respectively.

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

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 Lihue, 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 Lihue, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Honolulu to Lihue

 
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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$55
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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Flights from Honolulu to Lihue: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Honolulu to Lihue 
JánosFlew with Alaska Airlines
HNL
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LIH
Apr 2025
Self check in is not indicated well if you approach Terminal 1 from Terminal 2 Parking. Go to the other side of the checkin counters.
MichaelFlew with Hawaiian Airlines
HNL
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LIH
May 2025
Budget extra time if you're flying Hawaiian Air to get from the main terminal to the remote Hawaiian Air terminal.
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian Airlines
HNL
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LIH
Jul 2024
Check in early, give yourself a bit of time, and enjoy the flight. Lihue has a super small airport, so not much going on there.
AntonellaFlew with Southwest
HNL
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LIH
Apr 2024
Bring your own charging bank for your phone. Bring your own food/drink if you think you may get hungry/thirsty during the flight.

FAQs for booking flights from Honolulu to Lihue

  • Is it possible to find direct flights from Honolulu to Lihue?

    Because of the relatively short distance between the two locations, you will find that most of the flights between Honolulu and Lihue, if not all, are direct and do not require travelers to have a layover. Flights for this route are oftentimes serviced by Hawaiian Airlines, as this is the primary airline in the region.

  • What transportation options are there for going from Lihue Airport to the city center?

    Once you arrive at Lihue Airport, the easiest way to travel to the city center is typically by car. If there is no additional traffic at the time, you can expect the trip to take you approximately 5 to 10min depending on your exact final destination. There is usually a line of taxis waiting outside of the Arrivals terminal of the airport for travelers in need.

  • How can I travel from downtown Honolulu to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    If you need to go from downtown Honolulu to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, one way to do so is by driving, which will usually take you between 10 and 15min on average. You can also use public transportation, such as local bus lines 40 and 42. Taking the bus will bring you to the airport in approximately 25min.

  • Can I rent a car directly from Lihue Airport?

    You can rent a car from Lihue Airport by going to the booths that are located directly across from the Arrivals terminal baggage claim area. At these booths, you will find branches for a few different companies, including Alamo, Avis, Budget, and Dollar. Most of these companies keep their fleets directly at the airport, so you will be able to reach your rental car by walking.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Honolulu to Lihue?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Honolulu to Lihue was $55 for a one-way ticket and $118 for a round-trip.

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

    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 Lihue?

    Honolulu and Lihue are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Honolulu from Honolulu and will be arriving at Lihue.

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

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Honolulu to Lihue flight route.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Honolulu to Lihue?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Honolulu to Lihue 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 $160 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Lihue.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lihue 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 Lihue?

    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 Lihue with an airline and back to Honolulu with another airline. Booking your flights between Honolulu and LIH 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 Lihue?

    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 Lihue 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 Lihue

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $75 or less one-way and $146 or less round-trip.
  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) is known for being the primary hub for a few different airlines, including Asia Pacific Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Mokulele Airlines, and Transair. Because of this, you will find that there are many airlines serviced by this company that depart from this airport.
  • If you’re feeling hungry after your flight has landed at Lihue Airport (LIH), there are a few different dining options for you to choose from. Both the Ai Ono Cafe and Mea Inu Bar & Grill sell hot meals, while the HMS Host Food Kiosk and Starbucks are convenient for to-go options.
  • Travelers that have a bit of extra time before their flight is scheduled to depart from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport can always relax in one of the lounges that have locations here. The Hawaiian Airlines Premier Club Lounge can be found in Terminal 1, while the American Airlines Admirals Club is in Terminal 2.
  • Those that have limited mobility can benefit from a few services and facilities at Lihue Airport, such as assistance from airline employees upon request, as well as curbside loading that is wheelchair accessible.
  • To get some work done before you begin boarding your flight, head to the Flight Deck Business Center in Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Here, you will find a selection of different amenities, such as computer stations, free Wi-Fi, fax and copy services, and even postal services.

Prefer to fly direct from Honolulu to Lihue?

 
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Direct departures

Honolulu to Lihue

Monday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Thursday

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Friday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Saturday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Sunday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Direct returns

Lihue to Honolulu

Monday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Tuesday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Honolulu to Lihue

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Honolulu to Lihue. 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 Lihue? 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
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 11834 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.1Food
8.5Crew
7.0Entertainment
Airline reviews

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

10.0 ExcellentMaureen, Jan 2026
HNL - PAE
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I paid for WiFi but it never really worked. That was frustrating.

I behave had better flights this one was old and poor

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.

Short trip from Honolulu to Kauai. Not a major issue. Only concern was the drop off of the luggage for departure. Only one person handling all of the passengers. She was busting her butt.

I love the flight ✈️ Hawaiian Airlines. All stuffs are fantastic members ♡ sweet hearts and families warm welcome 🙏 I have milage of Hawaiian Airlines members so get points .also I booked kayak agent got cheap price ! I satisfied flight with Hawaiian Airlines ♡ thank you

Good, but because I fly internationally I found the food and service lousy compared to European standards. You should include a regular small mean (and not a lousy sandwich) and ear phones. People who travel from Europe are not aware of limited services.

Confusing now Hawaiian and Alaskan have merged, hard to check in - they need to uncomplicated things.

Should have been forthcoming for reason for delay. Should have been able to check in for seat I'd like.

I appreciate the staff who allowed me to board though I arrived a little late! Regarding the assigned seating, I had booked my flight before this change and wasn't aware of the change at the time, and so I didn't select a seat at booking as I didn't realize it was relevant. Better communication about the change would have been helpful for preparing.

Flight attendants very hospitable and friendly. Pilot flew a smooth take off and landing.

Paid for premium extra leg room but the bin space for rows 1-3 had to go in rows 4-6 and 4-6 had to go to 7-9 because flight attendants have snacks and their luggage upfront. So we pay extra to have to fight thru traffic to get our bags. Only 2nd day of new seating so hope they fix this.

WIFI was great. My selection for seating is an aisle, but during my trip, I never had an aisle seat. If we can get that corrected, I will be thrilled. No snack or drink on this flight.

WIFI was great. My selection for seating is an aisle, but during my trip, I never had an aisle seat. If we can get that corrected, I will be thrilled.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

All good except once again bags took an hour at Midway Airport Happens all the time. Ridiculous

Everything went smoothly and we even arrived a little bit early.

Great vacation. Can't wait till next year for another one.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

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

I could not believe that on a 5 hour plus flight we were not given a complimentary meal . That should be illegal. Or it would be nice to be informed beforehand that a complimentary meal would not be provided. The wording in the email I got about pre ordering food was phrased in a way that made the food seem like it would be free. Very misleading! Also during boarding we were informed there would be empty seats we could move to if we wanted, all we had to do was wait for an announcement, however an announcement was never made. Then when we tried to change seats ourselves we were singled out over the loud speaker and told we could not move without asking. Then the flight was about to take off , so we didn’t have time to ask . Then we were told we could not move to the exit row because you had to pay for those seats, but we were not told where we could move. Also no one was in the exit rows so , if something happened no one would be there to assist the passengers. Also people should be allowed to move there if the airline wasn’t able to sell them. One passenger asked if he could pay for the upgrade and the flight attendant said she did not have the capability to charge for the seat on her mobile device, so the airline ended up losing possible income anyways . So why not let people move there during flight if you have no way to charge them? Then the landing was bumpy and awful and many passengers complained out loud when we landed .

Ok but why they need to sell the ear buds?

Our flight was delayed, which I know things can happen. The bathrooms were dirty and a mess. It took over an hour to get our bags after the plane landed. Every flight was on the same 2 baggage claims. You would thing if we spent over 5 hours on a flight we would get more then a tiny bag of pretzels. The movie and tv choices were mid.

Pillows and blankets were nice since it was an overnight flight, but the seats should be larger and there should be more space between rows so we have more leg room.

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