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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to Honolulu:

• Earliest: departs at 20:30 and lands at 06:25
• Latest: departs at 22:30 and lands at 08:25.

The flight takes about 9h 55m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Honolulu:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Sydney to Honolulu takes 9h 55m, covering 5,073 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Sydney to Honolulu range from £486 to £794, with an average of £668 over the past 12 months. Anything below £486 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the £668 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £559 return via Nadi (NAN), compared with £665 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £75–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A330 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Honolulu flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Sydney to Honolulu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £588, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

Honolulu Airport (HNL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £42 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Lucky Owl Car Rental
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from Sydney to Honolulu usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to Honolulu route, 31% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 06m.

One-stop flights from Sydney to Honolulu most commonly connect through:

• Auckland Intl (AKL) – 43% of one-stop connections
• Nadi (NAN) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) – 9% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) – 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Sydney to Honolulu. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £627 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £738, a difference of £111.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Sydney and Honolulu. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Alaska Airlines

Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 27m, compared to 18h 26m via Auckland Intl (AKL) and 21h 09m via Nadi (NAN).

Honolulu is 21 hours behind Sydney (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Honolulu on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Sydney to Honolulu flights:

• Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The widest range of dining options is in the food court located in Terminal 1. There you can find cuisine styles from all around the world and the space to relax with your bags. If you’re looking for a coffee or a snack to grab and go before your flight, you can find the coffee chains Viaggio Espresso or Veloce Espresso near most gates.

There is limited ground transport around Oahu and the easiest way to get around is by using taxis or rental cars. “The Bus” is Oahu’s main transport from the airport to Oahu landmarks, or there are a number of bus systems that stop at the airport. Many hotels also offer airport shuttle transfers, so it's recommended to check with your accommodation before making alternative arrangements.

Honolulu International Airport is only a 12-minute car ride from the city and there are a range of accommodation options within a 10-minute drive. However, if you’re looking for a hotel within walking distance of the airport, then you can look at the Airport Honolulu Hotel with an outdoor pool or the Best Western with its Fitness Centre.

Once you’ve arrived at Sydney airport, you can use the free airport shuttle bus to get between the terminals. For those who have flown into Sydney to transfer to an international flight to Honolulu, Qantas and Virgin Australia offer their own transfer services for frequent-flyers.