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

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Honolulu, Oahu to Okinawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
4,645 mi 9h 5m nonstop +19h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between HNL and DNA, connecting options are available through 4 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
4
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
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.
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 5m.
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 5m
Time difference+19 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections4 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 5m. The route covers 4,645 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ANC, SAN, AUS and LAX. 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.
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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 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,645 miles (7,475 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via ANC.