Flying from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport (HNL): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport (HNL).
Around 10 hours 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport flight.
The timezone in Honolulu is UTC-10, which is 21 hours behind Melbourne. Honolulu International Airport is located in Honolulu.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to HNL.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Get there in one go from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Direct flights from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport (HNL) can be booked from here.
When departing from MEL, you can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport with Qantas.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MEL and HNL is Qantas.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 76.92% of its services landing on time.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to HNL departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
63% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Break up your flight from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport with a stop at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). One of the main stopovers between Avalon Airport and HNL, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to HNL flight is far easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
Consider staying in a hotel near HNL if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport flight.
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
Getting from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu
Central Honolulu is around 6 kilometres from Honolulu International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
At the moment, $714 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,232. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Melbourne to HNL, book your ticket two months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to HNL.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport (HNL), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Honolulu based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Melbourne to HNL plane ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Honolulu to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Honolulu
Start your Honolulu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Honolulu International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Honolulu when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Pacific Ocean followed by Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
Explore more of the United States
Honolulu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres east of Honolulu, a visit to Kahului will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Palaau State Park, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Kanaha Pond State Wildlife Sanctuary.
Around 161 kilometres east of Honolulu, Kīhei is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kihei Regional Park, Maalaea Beach and Lipoa Street Beach.