Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is 8 hours 35 minutes.
Honolulu is 23 hours behind Auckland and is in the UTC-10 timezone.
Take your pick of five weekly Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flights. The 00:25 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Hawaiian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to HNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Honolulu (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with Hawaiian Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Hawaiian Airlines.
Hawaiian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates AKL to HNL flights. An impressive 92.31% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between AKL and HNL include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
R 4,498 is the best price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 10,353. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from AKL to HNL, book your journey two months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AKL to HNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on time at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to AKL:
Arriving at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HNL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Honolulu and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
From Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Honolulu is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 3 hours if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Honolulu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Auckland Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport for September if you'd like to explore Honolulu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AKL to HNL in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Honolulu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 16 kilometres north-west of Honolulu, a trip to Pearl City will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.
Around 338 kilometres south-east of Honolulu, Hilo is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and Pacific Tsunami Museum.
