Southwest® flights from Lihue (Kauai) to Honolulu (Oahu) from $65

How to Find Cheap Flights from Lihue, Kauai (LIH) to Honolulu (HNL)

Finding cheap flights from Kauai to Honolulu usually comes down to timing and a little flexibility. A few smart moves can help you save on plane tickets from Kauai to Oahu:

• Low Fare Calendar: Scan across dates with the Southwest Low Fare Calendar to spot the best prices, especially if your travel plans are flexible.
• Book ahead: Inter-island flights fill up quickly around holidays and busy travel windows, so it pays to lock in early.
• Fly midweek: Traveling on Tuesday or Wednesday offers another way to find cheaper airfare from Kauai to Oahu.
• Stay in the loop: Sign up for Southwest email updates to catch fare drops and limited-time promotions.

Traveling with Surfboards Between Islands

Bringing your board or other beach gear from Kauai to Oahu? We’ll be happy to transport it as checked baggage. Just read our simple guidelines for traveling with surfboards, and leave a little extra time at check-in.

Why Visit Honolulu from Kauai?

Every Hawaiian island offers something different: Kauai is quieter and nature-focused, while Honolulu is the vibrant urban center of Hawaiian culture. A flight from Kauai to Oahu lets you see the difference for yourself, and you’ll make some unforgettable memories along the way.

Getting From HNL to Waikiki and Nearby Areas

Honolulu is more urban and transit-accessible than other Hawaiian islands. Once your flight from Kauai to Honolulu lands at HNL, you’ll have several ways to reach Waikiki and the surrounding neighborhoods:

• Rental cars: Reserve a rental car, then pick it up at the airport and explore Oahu on your own schedule. It’s the most flexible option if you plan to see multiple parts of the island.
• Rideshares and taxis: Designated pickup areas outside baggage claim make it easy to grab a rideshare or taxi for a direct ride to your hotel or final stop.
• Airport shuttles: Many hotels and private shuttle services offer shared or private rides to Waikiki and other popular areas. Check availability and book ahead when you can.
• Public transportation: TheBus is an affordable and reliable option, with routes connecting Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Waikiki, downtown Honolulu, and other key neighborhoods.

What to Do in Honolulu After You Land

• Waikiki Beach: Ease into island time with a swim, a surf lesson, or just a long stretch on the sand as the day rolls by.
• Diamond Head: Grab your rental car, then head out for this legendary hike that pays off with wide-open views of Honolulu and the coastline.
• Pearl Harbor: A powerful, thoughtfully preserved site where you’ll feel the impact of this defining moment in US history.
• Iolani Palace: Step inside this true only-in-Hawaii experience: a royal palace with stories that still shape Hawaii today.