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Cheap Flights from Lihue to Hawaii

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Honolulu
Honolulunonstop$133
Kahului
Kahuluinonstop$138
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona1 stop$149
Hilo
Hilo1 stop$149
Hoolehua
Hoolehua2 stops$446
Kapalua
Kapalua1 stop$459
Lanai City
Lanai City1 stop$410
Honolulu
Honolulunonstop$133
Kahului
Kahuluinonstop$138
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona1 stop$149
Hilo
Hilo1 stop$149
Hoolehua
Hoolehua2 stops$446
Kapalua
Kapalua1 stop$459
Lanai City
Lanai City1 stop$410
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lihue to Hawaii flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Lihue to Hawaii recently?

The cheapest fare from Lihue to Hawaii in the last week was $133 round-trip, to Honolulu (HNL).

How do fares into airports in Hawaii compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Hawaii from Lihue are:

• Honolulu (HNL) (avg. price $170)
• Hilo Intl (ITO) (avg. price $185)
• Kahului (OGG) (avg. price $189)

Are flights from Lihue to Hawaii cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Lihue to Hawaii are about 2% higher than they were in November last year, averaging $184 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Lihue to Hawaii?

March is typically the cheapest month to fly from Lihue to Hawaii, with round-trip fares averaging $159. September and October are usually the most expensive, averaging $248 and $242, respectively.

How do fares from Lihue to Hawaii vary by day of the week?

On average, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly from Lihue to Hawaii and Friday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 29% more expensive to fly on a Friday compared to Tuesday.

What's the best time of day to fly from Lihue to Hawaii?

It's cheapest to fly to Hawaii in the morning with average prices of $177. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $226.

Key details for Lihue to Hawaii flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$67
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lihue to Honolulu

Flights from Lihue to Hawaii: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Lihue to Hawaii 
RobertFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Jun 2025
Check in 24 hours prior and pay for luggage in advance to help expedite process
teresaFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Oct 2024
The flight is so short ! The hardest parts were returning our rental cars and getting our bags checked -nothing opened until 5 and we had a 6 am flight -we all got aboard but it was a challenge
StaceyFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-Oct 2024
Give yourself more time than you would expect on a Saturday to get through check in. Also, the airport is hot, so be prepared.
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian Airlines-May 2024
Being on the airport one hour bevor boarding is fine :)
Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Feb 2024
If you are code-sharing with Delta you won’t be able to checkin online.
Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Feb 2024
If code-sharing with Delta you may not be able to checkin online.

Your Lihue to Hawaii flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Lihue to Hawaii?

    Yes. Fares from Lihue to Hawaii are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $147 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Lihue to Hawaii?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Lihue to Hawaii have typically cost between $147 and $239.

  • What are the main airports serving Hawaii?

    There are 12 airports in Hawaii. 49% of KAYAK users choose Honolulu (HNL) as their arrival airport, while 26% choose Kahului (OGG).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from Lihue to Hawaii?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 2 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Southwest

  • Which destinations in Hawaii can I fly nonstop from Lihue?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from Lihue to 3 destinations in Hawaii. The most popular among KAYAK travelers are Honolulu, Kahului and Kailua-Kona.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Lihue to Hawaii?

    No, nonstop flights from Lihue to Hawaii are typically the cheaper option, averaging $177 over the past 12 months.

  • How long is a flight from Lihue to Hawaii?

    Nonstop flights from Lihue to Hawaii take 43m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 37m, flying into Honolulu (HNL).

  • Which cabin classes are available from Lihue to Hawaii?

    On flights from Lihue to Hawaii you can book Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around Hawaii?

    Hawaii is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • Waikiki Beach
    • Hawaii Convention Center
    • International Market Place
    • Kuhio Beach Park

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lihue to Hawaii?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Lihue to Hawaii departs at 6:00 am and the latest leaves at 8:45 pm. Nonstop flights take about 43m.

Your guide to booking Lihue to Hawaii flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in March to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in September will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Tuesday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Friday flights, which are about 29% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Honolulu (HNL) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Honolulu, the most popular destination in Hawaii. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Kahului, Kailua-Kona and Lihue.
  • Whether you're trying to save time or money, Honolulu (HNL) is usually your best option from Lihue.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Lihue to Hawaii

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Lihue to Hawaii? 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 4222 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

The crew was very kind and made going to Hawaii relaxing and fun to look forward to! Thank you Southwest for a pleasant flight!

10.0 ExcellentJasmine, Apr 2026
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The crew was very kind and made going to Hawaii relaxing and fun to look forward to! Thank you Southwest for a pleasant flight!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

Much better than the.last. flight on SW on Thanksgiving day

Unfortunately it was not a good experience. There was a rude stewardess.

Boarding was quick. The flight itself was good. However, no charging ports for cell phones. Also, the food provided was just a few snacks. For a 5-hr flight, I would expect at least a sandwich.

Boarding was well explained and smooth. The flight was short, so there was no time for snacks. They did offer water or juice, though.

The flight was very short, 45 mins, therefore no snacks/drinks were provided; there should be a NA option for food and entertainment survey questions. Also, there were no charging ports onboard for cell phones. My experience was overall positive.

Price was right. Add power to the seats, television, larger plane to accommodate a long flight to improve mental health and overall comfort for a 5 hour flight.

Delayed flight caused us to abandon bags in hnl or miss our United flight home. Awful

Part of the first class package is luggage. We checked our luggage in easily but our luggage should be one of the first bags off when we land. On both flights this was not the case. The lounge in Kauai is awful. Food and drinks were excellent on the flight. Service was attentive. On the flight over we arrived 45 minutes early. Like last time the same thing happened in a previous flight. The problem both times was waiting in the plane for 30 minutes so that a spot to unload could open.

Flew first class. No headrest screens on either flight and the one flight had no foot rests either.

Good flight overall. Lots of bumps during flight but pilot kept searching for smooth air

I wasn’t aware that we needed to supply our own screens for entertainment

Once again, Hawaiian Airlines upon checking in for our return flight, told us that we hadn’t paid for our extra comfort seats. This had happened on our incoming flight as well. Hawaiian Airlines had changed our flight and put us in standard seats. I sent them confirmation emails and receipts showing that I had paid for extra comfort seats and they ignored me and refused to accept my proof of payment. I ended up having to pay for our extra comfort seats again. On our return flight, once again, we were told we hadn’t paid for our extra comfort seats, which we had. I argued until a supervisor was summoned and researched further in their system and found that we had paid for them. If I hadn’t insisted, we would’ve been forced to buy our seats again or be assigned a standard seat. This kind of Customer Service is totally unacceptable. I would never use Hawaiian Airlines again if I have a choice.

My experience from Lihue Airport was the “Flight Experience from Hell!” First, I was pulled aside by the Lihue TSA and searched thoroughly! Not once, but twice I was molested by 5 different TSA agents using some sort of smear cloth testing to see if I had been exposed to something dangerous! I can’t tell you what because they never gave me an explanation by the end of a near delaying incident of boarding my plane. More importantly, I was generously provided an airport wheel chair and personal porter because of my health condition. TSA even took your wheelchair apart! What’s up with that? I’m near 75, caucasian, never been arrested for anything, don’t do drugs or alcohol, and patiently and politely abided to their instructions for a full damn 20 minutes! Awful and humiliating experience especially when two different agents literally groped my testicles and crack of my butt! Then they lost the cap to my inhaler. When I got to my destination, a whole bottle of prescribed pills were emptied because of them not tightening the cap back on! Total BS and unprofessional by the lot of them! The short flight to my connecting flight to the mainland on Maui fortunately was uneventful. However the Hawaiian aircraft to San Jose was one of the worst flights I’ve ever experienced without crashing. I believe it was a 330 Neo. May I ask, why did you put three more rows of seats in the damn plane since I last flew on a Hawaiian aircraft? I had absolutely NO legroom compared to the last time I flew with you. And I’ve done a few Hawaii/mainland trips, even a RT to New Zealand before. Then, the icing on the cake was a couple with a one year old baby that literally cried and screamed for all but 15 minutes of the 5 hour flight to San Jose! Further, I couldn’t move my seat back even a millimeter because a car seat was placed from their window seat to the back of my seat! My Hawaiian flight was a freaking nightmare and fortunately will be flying back to Lihue direct with Alaska!

I needed more space to sleep on an overnight flight.

Express the need to arrive at the airport more than 2 hours ahead of BOARDING TIME due to super slow security lines at the Lihue airport. 4 ppl in a party of 9 nearly missed the boarding.

...just O.K., I paid to upgrade our seating but seemed the same old cramped seat to me! What a rip off. Movie choices were minimal, lots of stuff not worth watching!!!

Everything was great and smooth. Given the short flight there was no entertainment but the rating does not give this option. My first flight with Hawaiian was a success all around.

Hawaiian Airlines staff is always professional & quick & easy check in & boarding process

The flight crew made the trip pleasant considering they had to work in conditions similar to a sardine can.

It was a 48 min flt......so no real comments can. E made

The crews were very friendly and provided excellent service. They offered a breakfast sandwich on our early flight which was a welcome option.

Checking bags was horrible. Scales read different weights. The airport is hot and in desperate need of refurbishment.

Polite answers from food service crews would be appreciated. Accommodating Vegans and Vegetarians by Hawaiian Airlines will provide better customer orientation. please pass this comment to Chairman and CEO. There is no meaning to calling Kauai a garden island when it's airline cannot provide a vegetarian sandwich made of vegetable slices inside bread.a

There needs to be clarification on what are considered medical items, as an exception to the 2 items per person carry-on limit. How can a C-PAP be more of a medical item than prescription medicines that must be taken daily for survival, such as diabetes medicines? Diabetics take a slew of must-have medication every day, enough to fill a small bag. That bag can fit under the seat in front of a passenger along with a purse, but we are not allowed to count those two together as one item? Well, that depends on the gate attendant you talk to. It's confusing and irresponsible to suggest we may have to check something as necessary as a purse or prescription med, if we also want to carry on a relatively small (backpack size) bag, with an emergency change of clothes and toiletries in case of an issue with the checked bags (which is suggested by any travel expert). Shouldn't carry-on items be by the amount of space they take, rather than a count of items? We're told that if we can combine three items into two bags, then we can take them. Those two bags will take up the same space as the three, but they will be far less flexible with how they can be fit into the space. How sensible is that?

Well organized staff friendly and great attitude. Little awkward and slow to check a bag in Lihue but otherwise a pleasant experience

Unable to check in on line both directions. After standing in line to check in at the Honolulu airport we were told that we needed an ag inspection first so ended up having to stand in line twice. Fortunately we always arrive early. Process could be more clearly marked

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