Direct (nonstop) flights from Kauai Island to Oakland

3 airlines fly nonstop from Lihue (LIH) to Metropolitan Oakland International (OAK). It's 2,458 miles (3,955 km), about 5h 15m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

LIH
Lihue
🇺🇸 Kauai Island, USA
OAK
Metropolitan Oakland International
🇺🇸 Oakland, USA
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,458 mi
3,955 km
CO₂/pax
415 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Alaska Airlines +2
Time Diff
+3h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
LIH → OAK
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,458 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
LIH → OAK
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,458 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
LIH → OAK
Flight Time
5h 15m
Distance
2,458 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kauai Island to Oakland with one stop · direct emits 415 kg CO₂ per passenger

LIH OGG (Kahului) OAK
Leg 1: 49m (201 mi) Leg 2: 5h (2,349 mi) Total: ~5h 49m 🍃 459 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → OGG
49m · 201 mi
View LIH to OGG flights →
Leg 2
OGG → OAK
5h · 2,349 mi
View OGG to OAK flights →
LIH HNL (Honolulu) OAK
Leg 1: 38m (102 mi) Leg 2: 5h 15m (2,408 mi) Total: ~5h 53m 🍃 451 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → HNL
38m · 102 mi
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Leg 2
HNL → OAK
5h 15m · 2,408 mi
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LIH LAX (Los Angeles) OAK
Leg 1: 5h 37m (2,615 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (336 mi) Total: ~6h 57m 🍃 487 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → LAX
5h 37m · 2,615 mi
View LIH to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → OAK
1h 20m · 336 mi
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LIH PDX (Portland) OAK
Leg 1: 5h 35m (2,631 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (544 mi) Total: ~7h 20m 🍃 528 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → PDX
5h 35m · 2,631 mi
View LIH to PDX flights →
Leg 2
PDX → OAK
1h 45m · 544 mi
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LIH SAN (San Diego) OAK
Leg 1: 5h 45m (2,676 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (445 mi) Total: ~7h 20m 🍃 516 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIH → SAN
5h 45m · 2,676 mi
View LIH to SAN flights →
Leg 2
SAN → OAK
1h 35m · 445 mi
View SAN to OAK flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kauai Island (LIH) to Oakland (OAK) takes approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 2,458 miles (3,955 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kauai Island to Oakland?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Kauai Island to Oakland?

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

How far is Kauai Island from Oakland?

The flight distance from Kauai Island to Oakland is 2,458 miles (3,955 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Kauai Island to Oakland?

At 5h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 415 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,075 km.

Is the return flight from Oakland 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 Oakland?

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.