On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Honolulu — Kapaa route. The 175 km flight takes less than an hour, and high frequency ensures about 165 flights per week.
Carriers on this route include Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low price calendar to find the best deals. You can also check how to get to the airport in Honolulu and explore transport options from the airport to Kapaa.
The table shows direct flights Honolulu → Kapaa on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 40 min. Regular flights are operated by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. Departures from Honolulu International Airport airports, arrivals at Lihue Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Honolulu — Kapaa by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 261 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 471 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Honolulu → Kapaa, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 382 | low | May | AED 382 | low | Sep | AED 382 | low |
| Feb | AED 430 | medium | Jun | AED 503 | high | Oct | AED 382 | low |
| Mar | AED 503 | high | Jul | AED 503 | high | Nov | AED 430 | medium |
| Apr | AED 382 | low | Aug | AED 430 | medium | Dec | AED 503 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest weather in Kapaa occurs in August and September, when average highs reach 27°C. The period from February to March is characterized by the highest rainfall and moderate temperatures around 20–23°C.
The most affordable month to fly is September, with ticket prices starting AED 262. Prices peak in June—during this period, the minimum fare starts AED 470.
September is considered the optimal time for booking, as it combines low prices with a minimal number of rainy days. Seasonal price increases for airfare can be expected during the winter months and early summer.
Six airlines operate on the Honolulu — Kapaa route, with Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines being the primary carriers. Direct flights operate daily, providing high flight frequency—about 165 departures per week. You will find a detailed schedule and information for each carrier in the list below; click on an airline's card to see available flight options.
Flights Honolulu — Kapaa depart from Honolulu International Airport and arrive at Lihue Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight between the cities takes an average of 35–45 minutes, given the route distance of 175 km.
Regular flights are operated by Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta.
Yes, the vast majority of flights on this route are direct, providing quick connections between the islands.
Flights arrive at Lihue Airport (LIH), which serves the town of Kapaa and is the main gateway to Kauai.
Flight prices are constantly changing. Current offers and minimum fares are always available in the low price calendar on this page.
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