Osaka to Honolulu, Oahu (KIX–HNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KIX–HNL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Hawaiian Airlines, China Airlines and Japan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,110 miles in approximately 7h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HA Hawaiian Airlines | 7 | 332 | 7h30 | – | – | – |
| CI China Airlines | 5 | 332 | 7h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| JL Japan Airlines | 5 | 789 | 7h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Honolulu, Oahu from Osaka
| Metric | KIX→HNL | NGO→HNL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KIX | – | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 8 |
| Flight time | 7h 15m | 7h |
Travel Essentials
KIX: JST · HNL: HST
When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 11:00 PM (previous day) in Honolulu, Oahu.
Japanese passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years, and allows multiple entries. You cannot extend a VWP stay or change immigration status. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Tokyo ($185 application fee).
ESTA asks for passport details, employment information, and security questions. Approval is usually instant but can take up to 72 hours. At US immigration, CBP officers may ask about your trip purpose, length of stay, and accommodation. Global Entry ($100, valid 5 years) gives you automated kiosks at major airports, skipping the main immigration line. Apply at ttp.cbp.dhs.gov and interview at the US Embassy Tokyo or at a US airport on arrival.
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Haneda to major US cities run 8 to 13 hours depending on the destination. ANA, JAL, United, Delta, American, Hawaiian Airlines, and Zipair operate dozens of daily frequencies. Los Angeles is about 10 hours, New York about 13 hours. The US uses the US dollar, trading at roughly 0.0065 USD per JPY. No vaccination requirements. Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app is an alternative to Global Entry for faster processing at 30+ US airports, free to use.
KIX–HNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KIX to HNL
Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) are connected by nonstop service from China Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
KIX to HNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KIX to HNL ranges from 7 hours 15 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,110 miles (6,614 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 39 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via HKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tokoname (NGO).