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Cheapest round-trip
$565
Typical prices: $776-$1,047
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/24Tue 10/30
KIX - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$827
Typical prices: $793-$1,063
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/25Thu 11/29
KIX - HNL • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
At Osaka Kansai, use self check-in early; security lines can be very long.
Allow extra time for bag drop and a possible tram ride to your gate.
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Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Japan Airlines. Average duration is 7h 42m
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Avoid delays
Japan Airlines
Most punctual • 96% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 11% price drop
April
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL)
Cheapest • Avg $606 (round-trip)
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Shortest trip • 13h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansai Intl to Honolulu (KIX-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansai Intl to Honolulu

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:00 pm - 7:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
29h 10m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 am - 6:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$565Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:05 pm - 7:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
30h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 am - 9:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$581Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
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8:40 pm - 7:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
29h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 am - 9:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$611Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:45 am - 7:50 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
19h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 am - 9:10 amHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
29h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$629Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25
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9:00 pm - 12:20 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
34h 20m2 stops Tokyo Narita Incheon Intl
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9:10 am - 8:55 amHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$658Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:45 am - 7:50 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
19h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 am - 6:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$660Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:10 pm - 7:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
29h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 am - 6:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$661Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
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8:05 pm - 12:20 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
59h 15m2 stops Tokyo Narita Incheon Intl
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9:10 am - 8:55 amHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$662Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
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10:05 pm - 10:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
7h 05mnonstop
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10:55 am - 3:55 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
10h 00mnonstop
$886Japan Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31
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10:05 pm - 10:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
7h 05mnonstop
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10:55 am - 3:55 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
10h 00mnonstop
$890Japan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu at $789 round-trip.
•August ($1,095) and December ($1,094) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu the cheapest?

Flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kansai Intl to Honolulu

 
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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Hawaiian Airlines

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Key details for Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$277
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu

When to book flights from Kansai Intl to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansai Intl to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Kansai Intl to Honolulu: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Kansai Intl to Honolulu 
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Apr 2025
Arrive at the airport early. Checkin is self service and the security check point is very congested with long lines. You may also need a tram to get to your boarding gate.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Apr 2025
I wish we had known about the multi airline “Self Check-in” and the self “Bag Drop”. A lot of people seemed unaware of the procedures and had difficulty navigating step one and step two procedures. We had issues with our Bag Drop because it did not function properly and there was nobody available to assist us.

Your Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:45 pm and lands at 4:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:05 pm and lands at 5:47 am.

    The flight takes about 7h 42m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    A nonstop flight from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu takes 7h 42m, covering 4,107 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu range from $776 to $1,047, with an average of $891 over the past 12 months. Anything below $776 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $891 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $606 round-trip via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL), compared to $899 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Japan Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $378, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Honolulu Airport (HNL)?

    Honolulu Airport (HNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Lucky Owl Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu usually depart from Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $820 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,066, a difference of $246.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    2 airlines operate flights between Osaka Kansai Intl Airport and Honolulu. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Japan Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu?

    Flying via Tokyo Haneda (HND) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 26m, compared with 16h 56m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 17h 53m via Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • What is the time difference between Osaka Kansai Intl Airport and Honolulu?

    Honolulu is 19 hours behind Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Japan Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Honolulu?

    Some of the most popular sights in Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Convention Center and International Market Place. These are among the most viewed places in Honolulu on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Among airlines operating Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Japan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $820, about $246 less than Friday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu trip for June. Fares historically average $789 round-trip in that month - typically $306 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Japan Airlines. Over the past three months, 96% of Japan Airlines flights from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 92%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 04m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $606 round-trip on this route - about $293 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Honolulu Airport.

    • Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    • Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
    • Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Osaka Kansai Intl to Honolulu?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Osaka Kansai Intl Airport to Honolulu Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Osaka Kansai Intl to Honolulu

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

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Direct returns

Honolulu to Osaka Kansai Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Japan Airlines

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