Honolulu, Oahu to Osaka (HNL–KIX) — 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.
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.
HNL–KIX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Japan Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,110 miles in approximately 8h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JL Japan Airlines Also: CX | 14 | 332, 789 | 8h40-9h35 | Oneworld | CX | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | 332 | 9h10 | Oneworld | – | |
| HA Hawaiian Airlines Also: CI | 0 | – | – | – | CI |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Osaka from Honolulu, Oahu
| Metric | HNL→KIX | KOA→KIX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HNL | – | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – |
| Flight time | 8h 55m | 8h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – |
Travel Essentials
HNL: HST · KIX: JST
When it's 6:00 PM in Honolulu, Oahu, it's 1:00 PM (next day) in Osaka.
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.
HNL–KIX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HNL to KIX
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) are connected by nonstop service from Japan Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HNL to KIX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HNL to KIX is about 8 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,110 miles (6,614 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tokyo Haneda, Narita and Incheon. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kailua-Kona (KOA).