Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
PHNL, Honolulu, Oahu, HI
- Longest runway
- 08L/26R (12,360 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 9 miles to Waikiki
Daniel K. Inouye airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Honolulu
Daniel K. Inouye International is the private-jet gateway to Honolulu and Oahu, about 20 minutes from Waikiki.
- Main airport
- HNL / PHNL
- Elevation
- 13 ft
- Longest runway
- 08L/26R (12,360 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Honolulu
The airport has private terminals and customs, and handles every size of business jet.
From the West Coast, the flight is over open ocean, so aircraft choice matters.
Honolulu Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Before You Book Honolulu
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Aircraft Range
From California you need a super-midsize or larger jet to fly nonstop.
Agricultural Inspection
Hawaii inspects plants and produce on arrival; leave fresh fruit and plants at home.
Other Islands
Maui, Kauai and the Big Island are short hops from Honolulu.
When Demand Peaks in Honolulu
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- December to April
- Peak season, including the holiday weeks.
- Summer
- Busy family travel.
Flight Times and Prices to Honolulu
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to HNL for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet | Ultra-long-range jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 4,958 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 10 hr 20 min$128,000–$223,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 2,551 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 5 hr 40 min$52,500–$80,000 | 5 hr 30 min$68,000–$118,500 |
| Miami (OPF) | 4,853 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 10 hr 5 min$125,500–$218,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 3,790 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 8 hr 20 min$76,000–$116,500 | 8 hr$99,000–$172,500 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 4,246 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 8 hr 55 min$110,500–$192,500 |
| Houston (HOU) | 3,905 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 8 hr 30 min$78,500–$120,000 | 8 hr 15 min$102,000–$177,500 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 2,397 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 5 hr 20 min$49,000–$75,000 | 5 hr 10 min$64,000–$111,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 2,760 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 6 hr 10 min$56,500–$86,000 | 5 hr 55 min$73,500–$127,500 |
Route Guides
Private Jet Honolulu to Los Angeles
HNLHonolulu
VNYLos Angeles
- Super-midsize jet
- 5 hr 5 min
- Heavy jet
- 5 hr
- One way from
- $35,000
Best Aircraft for Honolulu
Choose a super-midsize or heavy jet from the West Coast; heavy and ultra-long-range jets fly from the East Coast with fewer or no stops.
Honolulu Private Jet Questions
Can a light jet fly to Hawaii?
No. Flights from the mainland need a super-midsize or larger jet with enough range for the ocean crossing.
How long is a private flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu?
About 5 hr 45 min from Van Nuys in a super-midsize jet.
