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Flying to Hilo, Hawaii
How do you get to Hilo, Hawaii? With Hawaiian Airlines! Because what better airline prepares its passengers for the welcoming aloha attitude of Hilo than Hawaiian Airlines. Known for its top-of-the-line hospitality, the local airline has distinguished itself by embracing the culture of Hawaii, and shares that genuine spirit of aloha with every passenger on its flights to Hilo, Hawaii—and anywhere else for that matter. So if you’ve booked your Hilo plane tickets with Hawaiian Airlines, know that your Hawaiian adventure has already begun.
Flying to Hilo
Flying to Hilo, Hawaii
How do you get to Hilo, Hawaii? With Hawaiian Airlines! Because what better airline prepares its passengers for the welcoming aloha attitude of Hilo than Hawaiian Airlines. Known for its top-of-the-line hospitality, the local airline has distinguished itself by embracing the culture of Hawaii, and shares that genuine spirit of aloha with every passenger on its flights to Hilo, Hawaii—and anywhere else for that matter. So if you’ve booked your Hilo plane tickets with Hawaiian Airlines, know that your Hawaiian adventure has already begun.
Popular Hilo Routes
While Hawaiian Airlines has dozens of routes to Hilo from gateway cities across the U.S., as well as neighbor islands, some are more popular than others, which is important to know for travelers trying to calculate their Hilo airfare. If visitors are looking to island-hop—who isn’t!—know that inter island routes from Oahu to Hawaii Island, like direct flights from Honolulu to Hilo (HNL to ITO) and Hilo to Honolulu (ITO to HNL) as well as Hilo to Kona (ITO to KOA) are among the busiest. For mainland flyers departing from the Los Angeles International Airport, it’s also important to keep in mind that
those departing from LAX and looking to land in Hilo, Hawaii, with a quick stop-off at HNL, is among the airlines most popular routes.
What to Expect at the Hilo International Airport
Just like Hilo town, the Hilo airport—the Hilo International Airport code is ITO—has that distinct, authentic aloha charm that is special to Hawaii Island. Sure, it may not have the hustle and bustle of HNL, but the lowkey airport, which is actually the island’s largest airport, has not one, but two lei stands—Ah Lan’s Lei Stand and Lin’s Lei Stand, which also happen to sell gorgeous tropical jewelry. And if you’re famished from your Hilo flights, ITO’s main restaurant has some truly ʻono (that’s “delicious” in the Hawaiian Language) plates on offer, from local-style comfort foods—loco moco, anybody?—to burgers, plate lunches and more.
General Hilo Facts
Hilo is lush, in a lot of different ways. Flourishing in aloha spirit, the small town is actually one of Hawaii Island’s main districts and it sure knows how to charm visitors. With tropical plants and flora covering almost every uninhabited inch of the town, travelers will be pleased by Hilo’s distinctly overgrown aesthetic. And its myriad of small businesses and shops, like Hana Hou Hilo and Suisan Fish Market, will have you walking in-out-and-around Hilo, all the while taking in views of the grand Hilo Bay
FAQs for booking flights to Hilo
- Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight to Hilo?
- For guests who have purchased or used HawaiianMiles to purchase Main Cabin or higher, there are no change fees on any route within Hawaiian Airlines’ network.
- What airport serves Hilo?
- The Hilo International Airport serves the Big Island’s Hilo district.
- Are there any in-flight amenities or services on this route?
- All interisland travelers flying to Hilo can enjoy a complimentary drink service and an issue of Hana Hou! Magazine on their Hawaiian Airlines flight. International flights or travelers going to or from the mainland will enjoy complimentary drink and meal service, TV & movies, movies, and can purchase pillows, blankets and more from the Pau Hana Cart.
- Can I bring surfboards and similar equipment on the flight?
- Surfboards, snorkeling gear and other sports equipment may need to be checked in prior to your flight, depending on their weight and size. For more information, visit our help online help desk at https://hawaiianair.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/90.
- Can you do a day trip from a neighbor island to Hilo?
- Absolutely, and it’s encouraged. Hilo is a great town to visit for an island-hopping excursion and makes a wonderful addition to any Hawaiian vacation itinerary.
- How long are flights between Hilo and neighbor islands?
- Most interisland flights in Hawaii are on average, under an hour, even less if you’re traveling to a nearby island like Maui.
- What are the best months to go to Hilo?
- There’s never a bad time to go to Hilo, which sees tropical weather during the year. Be sure to use the Hawaiian Airlines website or mobile app to find the lowest fares to Hilo by day and time.
- Do you need a car in Hilo?
- It is recommended that visitors rent a car while visiting Hilo, since many of the area’s best attractions are not within walking distance and public transportation options are limited.
- How much would a round trip to Hilo cost?
- You can find the lowest fares on all round trip flights to Hilo using the Hawaiian Airlines website or mobile app.