Are most flights from Kauai long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Kauai are long-haul. Approximately 90% of flights in the trailing 90 days have been categorized as long-haul. Short-haul flights account for about 8% of the total, while medium-haul flights make up the remaining 2%.

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Kauai?

Based on historical data, the United States typically offers the cheapest flight destinations from Kauai. For example, Kahului in the United States has a median price of $119. Other countries like Canada, with Vancouver at a median of $452, and French Polynesia, with Mo'orea at $608, generally have higher median prices. Japan, with Okinawa Island at $616, and Mexico, with Mexico City at $740, also show higher median prices.

When are flights from Kauai at their lowest price?

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Kauai, with an average price of $521. This represents a significant saving of 34% compared to the annual median average price of $788. February is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $535. Travelers looking for more economical options should consider these months for their departures.

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LIH
Kahului
United States • 2026-11-16
44% AI deal score
$83
$66
One-way
LIH
Honolulu
United States • 2026-11-04
48% AI deal score
$85
$67
One-way
LIH
Hilo
United States • 2026-10-07
79% AI deal score
$205
$75
One-way
LIH
Kailua
United States • 2027-01-03
42% AI deal score
$86
$77
One-way
LIH
San Francisco
United States • 2026-11-11
87% AI deal score
$189
$136
One-way
LIH
Oakland
United States • 2026-10-29
82% AI deal score
$204
$136
One-way
LIH
San Diego
United States • 2026-11-04
93% AI deal score
$445
$141
One-way
LIH
San Jose
United States • 2026-10-21
93% AI deal score
$265
$143
One-way
LIH
Portland
United States • 2026-10-01
93% AI deal score
$288
$143
One-way
LIH
Seattle
United States • 2026-11-12
92% AI deal score
$274
$145
One-way

Flights from Kauai: Overview

Insights for flights from Kauai

Right now, the United States accounts for an overwhelming 99% of recent fares from Kauai, indicating that most flight deals from Kauai are for domestic travel. You can find cheap flights from Kauai to a total of 99 unique cities across 22 countries, with the Cook Islands and the Philippines each representing 0% of recent fare volume over the last 90 days.

The route mix from Kauai is overwhelmingly long-haul, at 90% of all routes. Short-haul flights make up 8% of the routes, while medium-haul flights account for only 2%.

Only 26.3% of recent fares from Kauai are non-stop, meaning that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers departing from this origin.

The most frequently discounted destination from Kauai is Honolulu, United States. Other popular routes include Manila, Philippines, and Tokyo, Japan, which also appear often in recent fare observations over the last 90 days.

For travelers seeking the cheapest fares right now, flights to Honolulu, United States, start at $127. You can also find competitive prices to Kahului, United States, from $132, and to Kailua, United States, from $147.

Most popular airlines from Kauai

Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

Delta Air Lines

American Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Fiji Airways

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Kauai soon

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LIH - Boston

Kauai (LIH) - Boston (BOS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$917

$608

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LIH - San Diego

Kauai (LIH) - San Diego (SAN)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$704

$454

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LIH - Ibiza

Kauai (LIH) - Ibiza (IBZ)

British Airways

$1,425

$1,004

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

LIH - Phoenix

Kauai (LIH) - Phoenix (PHX)

Southwest Airlines

$533

$371

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LIH - Charlotte

Kauai (LIH) - Charlotte (CLT)

American Airlines

$886

$686

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LIH - Grand Rapids

Kauai (LIH) - Grand Rapids (GRR)

United Airlines

$899

$727

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Kauai

Zürich

TOP

Switzerland • Feb 2027

from

$738

Vienna

TOP

Austria • Dec 2026

from

$773

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Jan 2027

from

$711

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Jan 2027

from

$789

Prague

TOP

Czechia • Dec 2026

from

$824

Geneva

TOP

Switzerland • Dec 2026

from

$871

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kauai

-45%

LIH - Vienna

$1,401 → $774

-42%

LIH - Basel

$1,303 → $753

-42%

LIH - Zürich

$1,261 → $737

-38%

LIH - Lisbon

$1,278 → $789

Popular Airports from Kauai

Kauai airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Thu - Fri

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly from LIH, with a minimum fare of $60.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$66 direct / ~$127 roundtrip

The lowest fares from Lihue are available on routes within the United States, particularly to Honolulu and Kahului.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines

These full-service and low-cost carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Kauai.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance offers the lowest median fares from LIH.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Dec

Flights from Lihue tend to be cheaper in December.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Honolulu

Flights from Lihue to Honolulu start at $67.

Kauai main airports to depart from

Lihue (LIH)

Cheapest

Lihue Airport is ideal for travelers seeking direct access to Kauai's attractions and a relaxed start to their journey.

📍 ~24 km from Kauai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Kauai used as alternative

Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)

Daniel K. Inouye International is the primary international hub for the Hawaiian Islands, offering the widest variety of carriers and cabin classes.

📍 ~186 km from Kauai (requires an inter-island flight)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Kauai

$2,063

Save $1,576

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Booking Flights from Kauai: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Kauai have offered median prices under $400. For instance, flights to Kahului typically cost around $119, and Kailua flights are generally priced at $120. Other options include Honolulu at a median of $137 and Hilo at $151. For travelers looking for deals to the mainland, San Francisco has a median price of $257, while Long Beach is around $319, and Sacramento is $328. San Jose also offers flights with a median price of $343.

Across the trailing quarter, Kauai has historically been connected to 99 unique cities. These connections span 22 different countries. The vast majority of these connections, approximately 99%, are within the United States. Other countries, such as the Cook Islands and the Philippines, represent a very small share of the remaining connections.

In the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destination from Kauai has historically been Honolulu, located in the United States. Other popular destinations include Manila in the Philippines and Tokyo in Japan. These cities represent some of the busiest routes for flights departing from Kauai.

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