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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $436-$723
United Airlines
Fri 10/19Mon 10/22
PDX - LIH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$482
Typical prices: $440-$731
Alaska Airlines
Fri 12/7Sat 12/15
PDX - LIH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 6h 05m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $300 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Lihue (PDX-LIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Lihue

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:29 amPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
8h 59m1 stop San Francisco
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11:00 pm - 10:10 amLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
8h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$310United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
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1:25 pm - 10:30 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
11h 05m1 stop San Francisco
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11:59 pm - 10:18 amLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
8h 19m1 stop San Francisco
$310United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 9:30 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
13h 00m2 stops Oakland Honolulu
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4:05 pm - 7:45 amLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
13h 40m1 stop Oakland
$316Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 4:10 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
12h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:35 pm - 1:33 pmLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
12h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$330American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 2:51 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
12h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 1:33 pmLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
12h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$330American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 4:15 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
10h 55m1 stop Oakland
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 8:05 amLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
14h 00m1 stop Oakland
$343Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:32 pm - 12:06 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
16h 34m1 stop San Francisco
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4:51 pm - 9:28 amLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
14h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$391Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:45 pm - 10:30 amPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
18h 45m1 stop Oakland
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4:51 pm - 1:30 pmLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
18h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$391Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 10:30 amPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
18h 45m1 stop Oakland
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 1:30 pmLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
18h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$391Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:32 pm - 12:06 pmPDX  Portland-LIH Lihue
16h 34m1 stop San Francisco
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 9:28 amLIH  Lihue-PDX Portland
14h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$430Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Lihue flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to Lihue?

Round-trip flights from Portland to Lihue start at $310. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $436 to $723. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $310 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Lihue?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Lihue, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Lihue at $436 round-trip.
  • June ($738) and December ($715) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Portland to Lihue the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Lihue are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Portland to Lihue flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$165
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Portland to Lihue

When to book flights from Portland to Lihue

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Your Portland to Lihue flight questions, answered

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

  • What facilities are accessible at the departure airport?

    The airport offers the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard to passengers with disabilities such as PTSD, autism, and hearing loss to communicate that they may require special assistance. You can collect the lanyards at all airline ticket counters. The airport also offers parking at discounted rates to passengers with a disability. If you need a wheelchair, contact your airline in advance to reserve one.

  • Can I rent a car at Lihue airport?

    You can decide to go into the city to find a car rental. However, the airport has on-site car rental companies. Major car rental companies are represented, offering a wide range of vehicles. You can find the Rent-A-Car booths across the street from the terminal. Available agencies include Avis, Alamo, Advantage, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, and Payless.

  • Can I park on-site at the departure airport?

    Portland International Airport has both on-site and off-site parking options that allow you to park your vehicle however long you want. The short-term parking is next to the ticketing area of the terminal and has electric vehicle charging stations on levels 3 and 4. Parking on-site assures you of your vehicle's security.

  • Are there nursing areas at Portland airport?

    You can find the nursing room at the conference center past security which provides mothers with a comfortable and private area to breastfeed. The room is equipped with an electrical outlet for pumps and seats and can be accessed by all mothers free of charge.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Portland to Lihue flights?

    Among airlines operating Portland to Lihue flights:

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

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

  • What airlines are available from Portland to Lihue?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Lihue.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Lihue?

    Flights from Portland to Lihue usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Portland to Lihue flights?

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Hawaiian Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Lihue?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Lihue:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Portland to Lihue?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $300 round-trip via San Diego (SAN), compared to $601 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Portland to Lihue?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Portland to Lihue?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Lihue pass through?

    One-stop flights from Portland to Lihue most commonly connect through:

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Honolulu (HNL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Oakland (OAK) - 18% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Lihue?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Portland to Lihue route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $457 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $677, a difference of $220. 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 are flight departures from Portland to Lihue spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Lihue flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lihue?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lihue are Kalapaki Beach, Nawiliwili Harbor and Nawiliwili Park. These are among the most viewed places in Lihue on KAYAK.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to Lihue:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:13 am and lands at 1:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 am and lands at 2:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 6h 05m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to Lihue flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 45% above the route average of $585. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Lihue?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Lihue takes 6h 05m, covering 2,628 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Lihue?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Lihue changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $310 to $2,477. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Portland to Lihue looking right now?

    One-way fares from Portland to Lihue are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $218, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Portland to Lihue?

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 44m, compared with 9h 03m via Honolulu (HNL) and 9h 17m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and Lihue?

    Lihue is 3 hours behind Portland (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 Lihue Airport (LIH)?

    Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Lihue flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Lihue range from $436 to $723, with an average of $585 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Portland to Lihue flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Portland to Lihue route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Portland to Lihue 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $457 - about $220 less than Friday (32% 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 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Lihue trip for January. Fares historically average $436 round-trip in that month - typically $302 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Diego Airport (SAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $300 round-trip on this route - about $301 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 Lihue Airport.
    - Kaua'i Palms Hotel
    - Marriott's Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu'u
    - Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
  • The arrival airport offers a variety of ground transportation options that provide quick and easy transportation from the airport to your destination. Shuttles, car rentals, taxis, buses, and Kauai County buses are available at Lihue Airport (LIH). The most convenient and cost-effective option is to take a cab or rent a car from the airport.
  • The single-level terminal at the arrival airport provides passengers access to most facilities and services on the same level, eliminating the need for escalators and elevators. Baggage claim, visitor information booths, porter service, security screening checkpoint, taxi service, agricultural inspection stations, and parking lots are all located on the terminal's street side.
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) provides children-friendly facilities to make traveling with kids easier. The play area is located past the D/E security checkpoint, offering a space with two slides, a creative space for imaginative play, and climbing stairs. Take your kids there for some entertainment before you board your flight.
  • The departure airport welcomes pets and provides additional services to enhance your travel. Pet relief areas are available both inside and outside the terminal. The post-security service animal relief area can be found in the Concourse Connector, near gates C1/C2.
  • If you have an early flight, consider finding accommodation near the airport. The Best Western Plus Portland Airport Hotel & Suites, Aloft Portland Airport, and Candlewood Suites Portland Airport are among the hotels conveniently located near the airport and will allow you to rest your head and sleep comfortably. In addition, take advantage of the hotel's amenities and facilities to enhance your stay.

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Portland to Lihue

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Lihue to Portland

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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