Flying from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Nadi Airport (NAN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Nadi is UTC+12, which is 22 hours ahead of Honolulu.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your HNL to NAN flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Nadi (and then discovering more of Fiji!) is easy with Fiji Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport.
Fiji Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Fiji Airways is the most punctual carrier offering HNL to NAN flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HNL and NAN:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Sydney Airport
Handy information about Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
Honolulu International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from HNL arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Honolulu to Honolulu International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near HNL. Whether you have an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Nadi Airport (NAN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NAN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Nadi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NCH Homes, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji and explore beyond Nadi's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Nadi Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Nadi Airport (NAN) to central Nadi
Nadi Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Nadi. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Nadi Airport (NAN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nadi. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Nadi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Nadi, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to NAN in August. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Fiji
You've seen Nadi, now it's time to discover other parts of Fiji. Travel about 113 kilometres east to Suva to tick off its top attractions. From Albert Park to Ratu Sukuna Park and Thurston Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Lautoka is another favourite destination in Fiji and is around 19 kilometres north of Nadi. No journey is complete without experiencing Botanical Gardens, Churchill Park and Iskcon, Krishna Kaliya Temple, Hare Krishna.