Honolulu, Oahu to Okinawa (HNL–DNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Honolulu, Oahu to Okinawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 4,645 mi 9h 30m nonstop +19h ahead 2 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between HNL and DNA, connecting options are available through 2 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HNL to DNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
SAN ~17h 22m ANC ~31h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
HNL → DNA
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
44%
Return
DNA → HNL
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. HNL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+19h
Okinawa is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu, Oahu.
HNL: HST · DNA: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Honolulu, Oahu, it's 1:00 PM (next day) in Okinawa.
Distance & Flight Time
4,645 mi / 7,475 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 30m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. No pre-registration required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Complete the Visit Japan Web form online before arrival to speed up immigration and customs processing. Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000. Bringing meat, fruit, or plant products requires declaration; penalties for violations are strict.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

HNL–DNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Honolulu, Oahu to Okinawa route.
Route details
Distance4,645 mi / 7,475 km
Flight time9h 30m
Time difference+19 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: HNL
Full nameDaniel K. Inouye International Airport
IATA / ICAOHNL / PHNL
TimezonePacific/Honolulu
Passengers/yr20.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: DNA
Full nameKadena Air Base
IATA / ICAODNA / RODN
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Elevation143 ft / 44 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HNL to DNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Kadena Air Base take approximately 9h 30m. The route covers 4,645 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from HNL to DNA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAN and ANC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Okinawa is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu, Oahu.
Yes, return flights from DNA to HNL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HNL to DNA

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Kadena Air Base (DNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

HNL to DNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HNL to DNA ranges from 9 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,645 miles (7,475 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via SAN.