How to Find The Cheapest Flights to Hawaii

Posted by Gabe on Jan 18, 2008 |


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The Hawaiian Islands attract countless visitors due to its crystal clear beaches, first-rate cuisine and vibrant culture. The outdoor activities one can indulge in include fishing, scuba diving, surfing, or rock climbing for example. One can also educate themselves on Hawaii’s rich history in the plethora of local museums that are scattered around the island. Hawaiian scenery is breathtaking in its beauty, famous for its lush rain forests, warm sandy beaches, mesmerizing volcanoes, lava beds and cliffs.


Hawaii draws visitors for its humid climate and natural solitude due to its location within the Pacific Ocean. The year round temperature normally ranges from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. If one’s interest does lie in the natural allure of the island they can explore the vast flora and fauna it has to offer. If one’s interest is drawn more to cultural aspects, there are numerous museums to explore, and engaging cultural sites such as Honolulu’s Chinatown to visit. However one cannot explore all these attractions thoroughly in just one visit. Fortunately there are frequent flights to Hawaii, which are easily affordable for the traveler on a budget. Websites are available that aid in finding these affordable flights, as well as providing convenient schedules for their customers.

Maui Hawaii - find cheap fares - click to enlargeThere are two seasons in Hawaii, a dry season and a rainy season. The rainy season usually lasts from November to March and the dry season is experienced in the remaining months. Although the rain forests experience some rain all year around and Hawaii’s valleys, mountain peaks, and coastal plains have microclimates that give them their own weather patterns. Travelers should also be aware of hurricane season, which is from June to November. If planning a trip to Hawaii, one should plan their trip accordingly to the seasonal climate. Furthermore, one should also know the peak tourism season for Hawaii, which is mid December through April. The prices of flights increase during this time and most resorts are fully booked. Take note that the last two weeks of December are especially busy in Hawaii. A good alternative is during summer vacation when many families are drawn to this well-know paradise and one can get great bargains on vacation packages during this time.

For the budget traveler, cheap flights to Hawaii can be purchased during mid-April to mid-June and through September to mid-December which is the best time to visit the island. However, if one is planning to visit Hawaii in the last weekend of April, then book reservations as early as possible due to Japan’s Golden week. Due to four national holidays in a week, the island is packed with local tourists.

Detailed information on flights to Hawaii, are available through numerous online sources. One Hawaiian airline that offers reliable and cheap flights to Hawaii is Aloha Airlines. There are special discount offers from this airline from January to June. One can take advantage of the expanded routes that are now offered by Aloha Airlines, with convenient destinations such as Orange County, San Diego, Kauai and Kona.

It is advised to book a flight with Aloha Airlines as soon as possible, since seats are limited and may not be available on every flight if a ticket is purchased too close to the date of travel. Aloha Airlines makes sure their customers are given their specific flight detail, such as time and dates and also alerts them to the best discount dates for future travel. Another reputable airline is Hawaiian Airlines which was the first airline in Hawaii. This airline is the eleventh largest commercial airline in United States and is the biggest airline based in the State of Hawaii. The airline provides the travelers with details about charter flights flying between the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaiian Airlines serves twenty domestic and international destinations in the Pacific region. Each year, the airline flies millions of passengers to Hawaii.

The United States airline Delta operates an expansive domestic and international network right from North America to the Hawaiian Islands. Delta flies to over 332 destinations in around fifty-seven countries across five continents. Around 1984, Delta began its first flight with its L-1011 aircraft to Hawaii, its destination being Honolulu International airport.

Honolulu International AirportHonolulu International Airport is the principal aviation gateway of the City and County of Honolulu and the State of Hawaii. This airport is one of the busiest in the United States and serves as the principal hub of Hawaiian Airlines and Aloha Airlines, which are the two largest Hawaiian-based airlines. Both the Northwest and ATA Airlines offer flights between various Hawaiian locations and the continental United States. Honolulu Airport is a host to major US and international flagship commercial carriers, along with direct routes to Asian, American and Pacific Rim destinations.

Another US-based airline is American Airlines and is one of the largest airlines in the world in terms of the total transported passengers per mile and passenger fleet size. The American Trans Air (ATA) is an American airline that is known for its inexpensive service, including charter flights. This airline operates flights throughout the continental US and Hawaii, along with commercial and military charter flights all around the world. ATA maintains its central destinations in Honolulu International Airport, Oakland International Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport.

Northwest Airlines (NWA), a US-based airline is the principal subsidiary of Northwest Airlines Corporation and has its headquarters in Eagan. Northwest has three major hubs in the US and also operates flights from Narita International Airport near Tokyo. Although US domestic aircrafts are normally equipped with in-flight entertainment systems, NWA is one major airline that does not offer any in-flight entertainment within North America. An exception to this is on flights to Hawaii where audio and video programming is available.



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