Honolulu, Oahu to Brisbane (HNL–BNE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: May 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between HNL and BNE, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Brisbane from Honolulu, Oahu
| Metric | HNL→BNE | KOA→BNE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HNL | – | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 9h 4m | 9h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – |
Travel Essentials
HNL: HST · BNE: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Honolulu, Oahu, it's 2:00 PM (next day) in Brisbane.
US passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before boarding. Apply through the Australian ETA app (subclass 601). The ETA costs AUD 20, is valid for 12 months with multiple entries, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is usually instant. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Follow signs from arrivals to the Airtrain platform. Trains to Brisbane CBD take 20 minutes, stopping at Eagle Junction, Fortitude Valley, Central, Roma Street, and South Brisbane (AUD 22.30 walk-up, or AUD 10.95-18.96 pre-booked). Services depart every 15 minutes during peak hours and run until 22:04. The last train is the last train; after that you need a taxi or ride-hail.
Uber and Didi pickup is at the designated rideshare zone on the ground transport level (AUD 25-45 to the CBD, plus AUD 4.86 airport surcharge). Standard taxis queue at the rank and cost AUD 55-80 to central Brisbane. Car rental desks are in the arrivals hall. The Gateway Motorway connects to the Gold Coast (75 minutes south) and Sunshine Coast (90 minutes north) if you are heading past the city.
Brisbane is subtropical with warm, humid summers and dry, mild winters. Summer (December-February) averages 21-30 degrees C with afternoon thunderstorms that build fast and dump heavy rain. February is the wettest month at 150mm. Heatwaves can push past 40 degrees C but are uncommon. Winter (June-August) is dry and pleasant at 10-21 degrees C with cool mornings and warm afternoons. Frost is almost unheard of.
Autumn (March-May) tapers off the humidity with daytime highs of 18-25 degrees C and clear skies. Spring (September-November) warms steadily with occasional dry, windy stretches early on. Annual rainfall is about 1150mm, concentrated in the summer wet season. Pack light layers for winter evenings and breathable clothing for summer. An umbrella earns its keep from November through March.
HNL–BNE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HNL to BNE
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Brisbane International Airport (BNE) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
HNL to BNE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HNL to BNE is about 9 hours 4 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,693 miles (7,552 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sydney Kingsford Smith, Nadi and Melbourne. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kailua-Kona (KOA).