Honolulu to Hilo (Big Island of Hawaii) Flights

Making travel plans from Honolulu to Hilo couldn't be easier when you use Orbitz.com to help you with reservations. With Orbitz.com, you can search among available flights and hotel rooms at your destination to find the ones that fit your budget. Flights from Honolulu to Hilo are available daily, allowing you to make the trip whenever you'd like to enjoy the natural beauty of an island that attracts millions of visitors each year.

A Bit about Honolulu International Airport

The Honolulu International Airport provides air services to the surrounding region from its location about 6 miles from downtown Honolulu. Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines and Mesa Airlines provide flights from Honolulu to Hilo.

Transportation to the airport from Honolulu is available from several sources. The city bus offers transport for a price of $2.50. If you'd prefer to take a taxi, the cost from Waikiki in Honolulu to the airport will be between $35 to $40. For those who drive to the airport, long-term parking is available in the economy lot for a minimum of two days usage at a rate of $12 a day.

Before you leave Honolulu, you can have a meal at one of the restaurants located throughout the airport. A large number of restaurants and snack bars offer dishes for sale. Some of the available foods include pizzas at California Pizza Kitchen, oriental dishes at Chow Mein Express or beverages and snacks at Starbucks Coffee.

Hilo, Hawaii

Hilo is the largest city on the island of Hawaii. The city is next to Hilo Bay, which is the location of the active Mauna Loa volcano and the dormant Mauna Kea. The city is the oldest in the Hawaiian archipelago and attracts tourists throughout the year.

Things to Know about Hilo

Hilo International Airport handles all flights to Hilo from Honolulu. Once you arrive in Hilo, transportation into town is available by taxi only, as there is no public transportation servicing the airport. The taxi lane is located outside the baggage claim area, with taxis charging about $12 for the trip.

The peak tourist season for Hilo is from mid-December through March. The weather during the peak period is generally warm with highs close to 80 degrees Fahrenheit and lows in the mid-60s. Hilo is on the rainy side of the island, and rain falls every other day on average, so bring along an umbrella for your visit.

There are plenty of attractions available in Hilo for visitors to enjoy. You can take guided bike tours in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, take helicopter tours over the island. relax on the incredible beaches, or visit the Palace Theater, where you can catch anything from films to concerts to live theater.

From Honolulu to Hilo

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