Travelling from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Phoenix: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix is 6 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7. The city is three hours ahead of Honolulu, where Honolulu International Airport is located.
The busiest flight route is from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). You can choose from 28 services between these airports every week.
Leave enough time to get on your HNL to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix ticket. Start your journey at HNL and arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
You can choose from various airlines offering direct flights from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix, such as:
HNL is about 6 kilometres from central Honolulu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HNL:
82% of flights departing from Honolulu International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from HNL.
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Phoenix
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix flight is Rs50,189. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs101,870. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from HNL to Phoenix, book your trip four months ahead of your departure.
September is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The distance from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to PHX if you have a late flight from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Reserving your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from HNL to Phoenix can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Once your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your HNL to Phoenix flight, rest your head at a hotel near AZA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from AZA two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
October is the quietest month for flights from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix, while March is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Phoenix based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 27ºC to 45ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HNL to Phoenix in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Phoenix
After booking your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Phoenix, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room, Camelback Mountain and Heard Museum are top sights which should be on every Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Las Vegas is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix. No trip is complete without seeing Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
