Direct (nonstop) flights from Kahului to Kauai Island

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kahului (OGG) to Lihue (LIH). It's 201 miles (324 km), about 50m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

OGG
Kahului
🇺🇸 Kahului, USA
LIH
Lihue
🇺🇸 Kauai Island, USA
Flight Time
50m
Distance
201 mi
324 km
CO₂/pax
37 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
OGG → LIH
Flight Time
50m
Distance
201 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
OGG → LIH
Flight Time
50m
Distance
201 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
OGG → LIH
Flight Time
50m
Distance
201 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kahului to Kauai Island with one stop · direct emits 37 kg CO₂ per passenger

OGG HNL (Honolulu) LIH
Leg 1: 41m (100 mi) Leg 2: 43m (102 mi) Total: ~1h 24m 🍃 63 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OGG → HNL
41m · 100 mi
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Leg 2
HNL → LIH
43m · 102 mi
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OGG KOA (Kailua-Kona) LIH
Leg 1: 36m (83 mi) Leg 2: 56m (263 mi) Total: ~1h 32m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+141% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OGG → KOA
36m · 83 mi
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Leg 2
KOA → LIH
56m · 263 mi
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OGG OAK (Oakland) LIH
Leg 1: 5h (2,349 mi) Leg 2: 5h 36m (2,458 mi) Total: ~10h 36m 🍃 837 kg CO₂ (+2162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OGG → OAK
5h · 2,349 mi
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Leg 2
OAK → LIH
5h 36m · 2,458 mi
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OGG SFO (San Francisco) LIH
Leg 1: 5h 2m (2,338 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,446 mi) Total: ~10h 47m 🍃 833 kg CO₂ (+2151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OGG → SFO
5h 2m · 2,338 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → LIH
5h 45m · 2,446 mi
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OGG SMF (Sacramento) LIH
Leg 1: 5h 5m (2,404 mi) Leg 2: 5h 45m (2,508 mi) Total: ~10h 50m 🍃 815 kg CO₂ (+2103% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OGG → SMF
5h 5m · 2,404 mi
View OGG to SMF flights →
Leg 2
SMF → LIH
5h 45m · 2,508 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kahului (OGG) to Kauai Island (LIH) takes approximately 0 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 201 miles (324 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kahului to Kauai Island?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Kahului to Kauai Island?

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

How far is Kahului from Kauai Island?

The flight distance from Kahului to Kauai Island is 201 miles (324 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Kahului to Kauai Island?

At 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 37 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 185 km.

Is the return flight from Kauai Island to Kahului 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 Kahului to Kauai Island?

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 Kahului for this flight?

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