Honolulu, Oahu to Kaunakakai (HNL–MKK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Honolulu, Oahu to Kaunakakai
3 carriers, 159 flights/week nonstop.
3 Airlines
159 Flights/wk
55 mi
0h 20m nonstop
2 1-stop hubs
HNL–MKK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southern Airways Express, CPT and KMK lead the route. The flight covers 55 miles in approximately 0h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop HNL–MKK service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| 9X Southern Airways Express | 158 | C208, CNC | 0h20-0h44 | – | – | |
| CPT CPT | 2 | – | – | – | – | |
| KMK KMK | 1 | – | – | – | – |
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, HNL to MKK direction.
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22
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Afternoon/evening departures
26
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159
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165
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HNL to MKK.
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One-Stop Connections
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Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Kaunakakai from Honolulu, Oahu
Nearby airports with service to Molokai Airport.
| Metric | HNL→MKK | OGG→MKK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HNL | – | 101 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 159 | 76 |
| Flight time | 0h 20m | 0h 32m |
| Departure OTP | 90% | – |
Airports within 200 miles of HNL with service to Molokai Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Kaunakakai is 0 hours
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Honolulu, Oahu.
HNL: HST · MKK: HST
When it's 6:00 PM in Honolulu, Oahu, it's 6:00 PM in Kaunakakai.
HNL: HST · MKK: HST
When it's 6:00 PM in Honolulu, Oahu, it's 6:00 PM in Kaunakakai.
Distance & Flight Time
55 mi / 88 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 20m to 0h 44m.
Facts
HNL–MKK Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Honolulu, Oahu to Kaunakakai route.
Route details
Distance55 mi / 88 km
Flight time0h 20m to 0h 44m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
Weekly flights159 out / 165 return
1-stop connections2 hubs
Destination: MKK
Full nameMolokai Airport
IATA / ICAOMKK / PHMK
TimezonePacific/Honolulu
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation454 ft / 138 m
FAQ
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Common questions about HNL to MKK flights.
Nonstop flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Molokai Airport take approximately 0h 20m to 0h 44m. The route covers 55 miles.
There are approximately 159 nonstop flights per week from HNL to MKK. The return direction has about 165 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from MKK to HNL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include OGG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.
Flight time is 25 to 35 minutes depending on aircraft type and routing. The distance is about 54 miles across the Kaiwi Channel. Turboprop aircraft fly at lower altitudes, so you get clear views of the channel and the Molokai sea cliffs on approach.
Southern Airways Express operates scheduled service on small prop aircraft. Mokulele Airlines was the long-time operator but ceased Hawaii interisland service. Southern runs Cessna Caravan turboprops seating 9 passengers. Flights operate several times daily but schedules can shift seasonally. Check current timetables close to travel as frequencies change.
Hoolehua Airport (MKK) is a small rural airport with a single runway and an open-air terminal. There are no jet bridges. You walk across the tarmac to and from the aircraft. There is no food service inside the terminal. Rental cars are available from a small counter, but inventory is extremely limited. Reserve well in advance. There is no public transit from the airport.
Weight limits are strict on small turboprops. Most operators allow one checked bag of 25 to 30 pounds and a small carry-on. Excess baggage may be bumped to a later flight if the aircraft is at weight capacity. Surfboards and large sporting equipment require advance arrangement and may incur extra fees or need a dedicated cargo flight.
Honolulu to Molokai: Crossing the Kaiwi Channel
HNL-MKK is a short interisland hop of 54 miles across one of Hawaii's roughest channels. Flight time is 25 to 35 minutes on small turboprop aircraft. Southern Airways Express operates the route on Cessna Caravans seating 9 passengers. This is a lifeline route for Molokai residents who depend on air service for medical appointments, shopping, and government business in Honolulu. Tourism to Molokai is deliberately low-key. The island has no traffic lights and limited hotel inventory. Most visitors are repeat travelers who value the quiet pace over resort amenities.
Interisland Connectivity
Molokai's Hoolehua Airport is a single-runway facility with no jet service. All traffic moves on small propeller aircraft. The channel crossing can be turbulent, especially in afternoon trade winds. Morning flights tend to be smoother. Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport handles the interisland departures from the commuter terminal area separate from the main domestic and international gates. Passengers connecting from mainland flights should allow at least 90 minutes for the terminal change and re-check process. Molokai also has ferry service to Maui from Kaunakakai, but there is no ferry to Oahu. Air remains the only practical connection to Honolulu.