Question 1

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Honolulu to Hilo flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating Honolulu to Hilo flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 2

Which airlines fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

2 airlines operate flights between Honolulu and Hilo. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Southwest

Question 3

Which airports can I use when flying from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Honolulu to Hilo usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).

Question 4

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Honolulu to Hilo flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 5

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Honolulu to Hilo.

Question 6

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 43–C$ 128 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 7

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 717-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Question 8

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Honolulu to Hilo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 215 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 272, a difference of C$ 57.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 9

How are flight departures from Honolulu to Hilo spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Honolulu to Hilo flights, with 39% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, Evening flights for 22%, and Night flights for 5%.

Question 10

What are the earliest and latest flights from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Honolulu to Hilo:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 6:58 am
• Latest: departs at 9:00 pm and lands at 9:58 pm.

The flight takes about 58m.

Question 11

How expensive are last-minute Honolulu to Hilo flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the C$ 249 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 12

How long does a flight from Honolulu to Hilo take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Honolulu to Hilo takes 58m, covering 562 km.

Question 13

Do I need a passport to fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Question 14

Have flight prices from Honolulu to Hilo changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 197 to C$ 706. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Question 15

How are flight prices from Honolulu to Hilo looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Honolulu to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 135, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

Question 16

What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?

Accepted Answer

Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 108 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Alamo

Question 17

How much should I expect to pay for a Honolulu to Hilo flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Hilo range from C$ 218 to C$ 316, with an average of C$ 249 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 218 counts as a good deal.

Question 18

How much is a round-trip flight from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Hilo typically range from C$ 218 to C$ 316. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 197, on Southwest.

Question 19

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Hilo. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Hilo at C$ 222 round-trip.
•May (C$ 274) and July (C$ 271) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 23% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 21

When are flights from Honolulu to Hilo the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Honolulu to Hilo are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 22

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Southwest (C$ 197) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Honolulu to Hilo in the last 5 days.

Question 23

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Honolulu and Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines and Southwest offer the most frequent direct flights from Honolulu to Hilo at 86 and 33 flights per week, respectively. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 24

How many direct flights run daily between Honolulu and Hilo?

Accepted Answer

There are 16 to 18 flights per day from Honolulu to Hilo, which is about 119 flights per week. Friday has the most departures with 15% of weekly flights.

Question 25

What time of day do most flights depart from Honolulu to Hilo?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Honolulu to Hilo depart in the afternoon, accounting for 39% of direct departures. Around 7 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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