Southwest® flights from Honolulu (Oahu) to Kahului (Maui) from $65

How to Find Cheap Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Kahului (OGG)

Keeping an eye out for cheap flights from Honolulu to Maui? These easy fare-hunting tricks can help:

• Use the Low Fare Calendar: If your travel dates are flexible, the Southwest Low Fare Calendar is full of deals on plane tickets from Honolulu to Maui.
• Fly on a Tuesday (or Wednesday or Saturday): Those are often the cheapest days for airfare from Honolulu to Maui, although our frequent daily service offers lots of options to fit your schedule.
• Book in advance: Traveling during peak season? It’s especially important to book your flight ahead of time, even on short routes like this one.
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Traveling with Surfboards Between Islands

Surfboards and other oversized beach gear are common on our flights from Oahu to Maui, so don’t hesitate to bring your board to catch some Maui waves. Just make sure you review our surfboard travel policies before you go, and give yourself extra time at the airport to check your board. We'll help get you and your gear on your way.

Why Visit Maui from Honolulu?

Oahu is the center of urban energy in Hawaii, while Maui offers a more relaxed, scenic, and nature-focused experience. The short flight from Oahu to Maui provides an easy way to experience two distinct sides of Hawaii in a single trip—and check out all of our Hawaii flights for more ways to discover the islands.

Getting From OGG to Kahului and Nearby Areas

Your island-hop will get off to a smoother start if you lock in your transportation before your Honolulu to Maui flight lands. Booking a rental car is the most common way to get around in Maui, where attractions are spread out and public transit is limited. Here’s the key info:

• Rental Car: Book a rental car in advance, then pick it up at the rental car facility just across from the main terminal in Kahului Airport (OGG).
• Shuttles & Rideshares: These options are available but might be limited in off-hours or away from resort areas, so book ahead of time whenever you can.
• Drive Times: It's about a 10 to 15-minute drive into Kahului. If you’re heading to resort areas like Wailea or Kaanapali, expect the drive to take between 30 and 60 minutes.

What to Do in Maui After You Land

• Road to Hana: Take your rental car along this iconic, scenic highway packed with waterfalls, lush rainforests, and local food stops.
• Haleakalā National Park: Watch a stunning sunrise or hike through beautiful volcanic landscapes.
• Beaches: Relax on the world-class sands of Wailea or Kaanapali.
• Molokini Crater: Snorkel in crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant marine life.