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Cheapest round-trip
$347
Typical prices: $490-$632
Southwest
Fri 11/2Sun 11/11
LAX - ITO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$201
Typical prices: $260-$368
Southwest
Thu 11/15
LAX - ITO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Hilo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kahului (OGG)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Honolulu (HNL)
Shortest trip • 8h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Hilo (LAX-ITO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Hilo

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11
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3:40 pm - 9:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
8h 10m1 stop Honolulu
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6:55 pm - 5:30 amITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 35m1 stop Honolulu
$347Southwest
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
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3:40 pm - 9:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
8h 10m1 stop Honolulu
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3:30 pm - 5:30 amITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 00m1 stop Honolulu
$347Southwest
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
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3:40 pm - 9:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
8h 10m1 stop Honolulu
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6:00 am - 8:15 pmITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 15m2 stops Honolulu San Jose
$357Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:00 pm - 9:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
10h 50m2 stops Oakland Honolulu
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3:30 pm - 5:30 amITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 00m1 stop Honolulu
$357Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:00 am - 1:06 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
9h 06m1 stop Honolulu
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6:19 pm - 5:00 amITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 41m1 stop Honolulu
$401Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3
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10:15 am - 5:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
9h 32m1 stop Honolulu
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2:07 pm - 11:56 pmITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 49m1 stop Honolulu
$401Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:00 am - 2:27 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
10h 27m1 stop Honolulu
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1:51 pm - 11:59 pmITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 08m1 stop Honolulu
$401Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:29 pm - 9:57 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
7h 28m1 stop Honolulu
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11:00 am - 10:26 pmITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 26m1 stop Honolulu
$506American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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4:06 pm - 9:57 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
8h 51m1 stop Honolulu
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8:45 pm - 12:16 pmITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
13h 31m2 stops Honolulu Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$516American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:38 am - 4:19 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ITO Hilo Intl
9h 41m1 stop Honolulu
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8:45 pm - 9:34 amITO  Hilo Intl-LAX Los Angeles
10h 49m2 stops Honolulu Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$517American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Hilo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Hilo start at $347. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $490 to $632. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $347 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Hilo?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Hilo, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Hilo?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Hilo at $459 round-trip.
  • June ($682) and July ($655) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Hilo the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Hilo are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Hilo flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$201
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Hilo

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Hilo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Hilo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Hilo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which facilities at ITO airport are convenient for family travelers?

    ITO airport has family restrooms essential to family travelers. You will find these rooms near the passenger departure holding room post-security and the baggage claim on the terminal's west end. You can take your kids to Tiare Enterprise Gift shop in the terminal for gift shopping upon arrival.

  • What is the best way to get to Pepeekeo from ITO airport?

    Driving is the best way to reach Pepeekeo after landing at ITO airport. You will get to the destination quickly since driving will take about 19min. You can rent a car at the airport at the ground level opposite the terminal. Car rental agencies at the airport are Enterprise Car Rental, Avis, Enterprise Hawaii Island, and Hertz.

  • Which attractions are featured at LAX airport?

    The LAX airport has an art program that presents memorable and diverse art experiences to enhance the travelers' experience at the airport. The artworks include performing arts and public exhibitions featuring sculpture, ceramics, painting, multi-media artworks, and large-scale printmaking across the terminals. For instance, look for “Out of the Blue” art gallery, a group of ceramics, mixed-media, and paintings in Terminal 7.

  • Are there convenient nursing facilities at LAX airport?

    Yes. The LAX airport has several nursing rooms for traveling lactating mothers across all terminals. If you are flying through Terminal 7 go to the nursing room by Ashland Hill, but if you are in Tom Bradley International Terminal, check for one near gate 150.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Hilo?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Hilo usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Hilo?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Hilo:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Hilo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Hilo most commonly connect through:

    • Honolulu (HNL) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Kahului (OGG) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Honolulu (HNL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Hilo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Los Angeles to Hilo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $515 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $595, a difference of $80. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Hilo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 31% above the route average of $555. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Hilo?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Hilo takes 0h 00m, covering 2,444 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Hilo?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Hilo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $227, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Hilo?

    Flying via Honolulu (HNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 10m, compared with 8h 35m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 11h 38m via Kahului (OGG).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Hilo?

    Hilo is 3 hours behind Los Angeles (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?

    Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Hilo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Hilo range from $490 to $632, with an average of $555 over the past 12 months. Anything below $490 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Hilo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $515 - about $80 less than Friday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Hilo trip for January. Fares historically average $459 round-trip in that month - typically $223 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hilo Intl Airport.
    - Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    - Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is ideal for corporate travelers as it has various business facilities. The airport hosts The Star Alliance Airport Lounge inside Tom Bradley International Terminal which offers a full business suite. You can go to the lounge if you need to hold short briefings as it has meeting rooms for rent. You will access internet, fax, and photocopying services.
  • Travelers can drive to LAX airport since they can access various parking services that the airport offers to its travelers. You can use the short-term parking lots P1- P7 located near the terminal in the center of World Way with lots that have covered parking spaces 1, 2A, 6, and 7. There is uncovered economy parking lot E offering long-term parking services to travelers.
  • Hilo International Airport (ITO) offers special services to accommodate passengers with special needs. The airport has improved accessibility since most amenities, including concessions, passenger holding areas, ticket lobbies, and security checkpoints, are on the ground level. Text telephones for passengers with hearing impairment and Skycaps to help with transportation are also available.
  • Passengers arriving at ITO airport have access to two ground transportation options. Several taxis serve the route from the airport to the city center in front of the Baggage Claim Area. You can opt for shuttle services offered by SpeediShuttle and Harper's which you can arrange at the Ground Transportation Center.
  • Passengers arriving at ITO airport can dine or grab drinks from the airport's restaurants. You can visit Center Plate which serves local foods, cold beverages, and vegan and vegetarian dishes; suppose you want a full sit-down meal found on the landside. Check out Laniakea Express for bites and takeaways.

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