Flying from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): What you need to know
Osaka has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight.
Honolulu is 19 hours behind Osaka. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu, which follows the UTC-10 timezone.
With 13 direct flights a week between the two airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) is the busiest route. Hawaiian Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:45pm. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from KIX to HNL is with JAL at 10:35pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Osaka to HNL.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fly without interruptions from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) are available from here.
Hawaiian Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport leaving from KIX.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Hawaiian Airlines from KIX to HNL.
Hawaiian Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 90.38% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Osaka to HNL with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between KIX and HNL include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The distance from central Osaka to KIX is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another handy option near Kansai International Airport.
Of the departures from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Break up your flight from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Itami Airport and HNL include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Driving from central Osaka to ITM generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 16 kilometres.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Osaka to HNL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Itami Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Itami Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.41%.
The street address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Making your way to UKB from the centre of Osaka? The airport is located around 40 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 45 minutes by car.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight:
UKB has an on-time performance rating of 85.15%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
If you have a late flight from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HNL:
Travel at your own pace with a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and find adventure across Honolulu and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight.
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Honolulu. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 3 hours if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is 268 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 471 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Osaka to HNL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Honolulu. July is when most people book flights from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in an Osaka to HNL plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Honolulu to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Honolulu
Start your Honolulu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Osaka to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of things to do in Honolulu when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Pacific Ocean followed by Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
Explore more of the United States
Kahului is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Honolulu. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include West Maui Circle Drive, Palaau State Park and Maui Nui Botanical Gardens.
Around 161 kilometres east of Honolulu, Kīhei is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kihei Regional Park, MCC Four Winds and Maui Magic Snorkel Tour Boats and Ma‘alaea Bay.