Direct (nonstop) flights from Hilo to Honolulu

3 airlines fly nonstop from Hilo International (ITO) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL). It's 217 miles (349 km), about 55m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

ITO
Hilo International
🇺🇸 Hilo, USA
HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
Flight Time
55m
Distance
217 mi
349 km
CO₂/pax
40 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
ITO → HNL
Flight Time
55m
Distance
217 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
ITO → HNL
Flight Time
55m
Distance
217 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ITO → HNL
Flight Time
55m
Distance
217 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Hilo to Honolulu with one stop · direct emits 40 kg CO₂ per passenger

ITO OGG (Kahului) HNL
Leg 1: 40m (121 mi) Leg 2: 41m (100 mi) Total: ~1h 21m 🍃 66 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ITO → OGG
40m · 121 mi
View ITO to OGG flights →
Leg 2
OGG → HNL
41m · 100 mi
View OGG to HNL flights →
ITO LAS (Las Vegas) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 35m (2,664 mi) Leg 2: 6h 27m (2,762 mi) Total: ~12h 2m 🍃 854 kg CO₂ (+2035% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ITO → LAS
5h 35m · 2,664 mi
View ITO to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → HNL
6h 27m · 2,762 mi
View LAS to HNL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Hilo to Honolulu?

A nonstop flight from Hilo (ITO) to Honolulu (HNL) takes approximately 0 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 217 miles (349 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Hilo to Honolulu?

3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Hilo to Honolulu?

Yes. 3 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Hilo from Honolulu?

The flight distance from Hilo to Honolulu is 217 miles (349 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Hilo to Honolulu?

At 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Hilo to Honolulu?

Roughly 40 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 200 km.

Is the return flight from Honolulu to Hilo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hilo to Honolulu?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hilo International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.