Direct (nonstop) flights from Kauai Island to Honolulu

3 airlines fly nonstop from Lihue (LIH) to Honolulu International Airport (HNL). It's 102 miles (164 km), about 38m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

LIH
Lihue
🇺🇸 Kauai Island, USA
HNL
Honolulu International Airport
🇺🇸 Honolulu, USA
Flight Time
38m
Distance
102 mi
164 km
CO₂/pax
19 kg
−62 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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
LIH → HNL
Flight Time
38m
Distance
102 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
LIH → HNL
Flight Time
38m
Distance
102 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
LIH → HNL
Flight Time
38m
Distance
102 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kauai Island to Honolulu with one stop · direct emits 19 kg CO₂ per passenger

LIH OGG (Kahului) HNL
Leg 1: 49m (201 mi) Leg 2: 41m (100 mi) Total: ~1h 30m 🍃 81 kg CO₂ (+326% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → OGG
49m · 201 mi
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Leg 2
OGG → HNL
41m · 100 mi
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LIH KOA (Kailua-Kona) HNL
Leg 1: 52m (263 mi) Leg 2: 49m (163 mi) Total: ~1h 41m 🍃 104 kg CO₂ (+447% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → KOA
52m · 263 mi
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Leg 2
KOA → HNL
49m · 163 mi
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LIH OAK (Oakland) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 15m (2,458 mi) Leg 2: 5h 34m (2,408 mi) Total: ~10h 49m 🍃 847 kg CO₂ (+4358% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → OAK
5h 15m · 2,458 mi
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Leg 2
OAK → HNL
5h 34m · 2,408 mi
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LIH SMF (Sacramento) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 15m (2,508 mi) Leg 2: 5h 43m (2,461 mi) Total: ~10h 58m 🍃 825 kg CO₂ (+4242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → SMF
5h 15m · 2,508 mi
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Leg 2
SMF → HNL
5h 43m · 2,461 mi
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LIH SJC (San Jose) HNL
Leg 1: 5h 14m (2,466 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,416 mi) Total: ~10h 59m 🍃 850 kg CO₂ (+4374% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → SJC
5h 14m · 2,466 mi
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Leg 2
SJC → HNL
5h 45m · 2,416 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kauai Island to Honolulu?

A nonstop flight from Kauai Island (LIH) to Honolulu (HNL) takes approximately 0 hours and 38 minutes. The distance is 102 miles (164 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kauai Island to Honolulu?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Kauai Island to Honolulu?

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

How far is Kauai Island from Honolulu?

The flight distance from Kauai Island to Honolulu is 102 miles (164 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Kauai Island to Honolulu?

At 38m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 19 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 95 km.

Is the return flight from Honolulu to Kauai Island 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 Kauai Island 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 Lihue for this flight?

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