Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): what you need to know
Honolulu's timezone is UTC-10, making Honolulu six hours behind Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to HNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between DCA and HNL:
O'Hare International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight is $409. A return plane ticket right now is $799. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from DCA to HNL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DCA? If you've booked an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HNL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Honolulu and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
From Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Honolulu is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 3 hours when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Honolulu in May.
Book your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport for September if you want to explore Honolulu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DCA to HNL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Pearl City is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Honolulu. Around 16 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider Hilo, roughly 338 kilometres south-east of Honolulu. Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and Pacific Tsunami Museum are key highlights.