Santa Ana to Lihue, Kauai (SNA–LIH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Santa Ana to Lihue, Kauai
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,640 mi 5h 54m nonstop -3h behind 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SNA and LIH, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SNA to LIH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
VNY ~7h 29m OGG ~7h 46m SAN ~8h 17m DAL ~11h 31m YVR ~12h 32m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
430
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SNA → LIH
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
76%
Arriving
100%
Return
LIH → SNA
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
60%
Arriving
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SNA delays → LIH delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Lihue, Kauai from Santa Ana

Nearby airports with service to Lihue Airport.
Metric SNA→LIH LAX→LIH SAN→LIH
Distance from SNA – 36 mi 76 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 12 1
Weekly flights 0 72 7
Flight time 5h 54m 5h 56m 6h 15m
Departure OTP 76% – –
Los Angeles (LAX) to Lihue, Kauai flights · San Diego (SAN) to Lihue, Kauai flights
Airports within 200 miles of SNA with service to Lihue Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Lihue, Kauai is 3 hours behind Santa Ana.
SNA: PDT · LIH: HST

When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Ana, it's 3:00 PM in Lihue, Kauai.
Distance & Flight Time
2,640 mi / 4,249 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 54m.
Facts

SNA–LIH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santa Ana to Lihue, Kauai route.
Route details
Distance2,640 mi / 4,249 km
Flight time5h 54m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: SNA
Full nameJohn Wayne Orange County International Airport
IATA / ICAOSNA / KSNA
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.7M
Elevation56 ft / 17 m
Destination: LIH
Full nameLihue Airport
IATA / ICAOLIH / PHLI
TimezonePacific/Honolulu
Passengers/yr3.6M
Elevation153 ft / 47 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SNA to LIH flights.
Nonstop flights from John Wayne Orange County International Airport to Lihue Airport take approximately 5h 54m. The route covers 2,640 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNY, OGG, SAN, DAL, YVR, SJC, SMF, SFO, OAK, LAS, PHX, DEN, SEA, PDX and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lihue, Kauai is 3 hours behind Santa Ana.
Nearby alternatives include LAX and SAN. 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.

Flights from SNA to LIH

John Wayne Orange County International Airport (SNA) and Lihue Airport (LIH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SNA to LIH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SNA to LIH ranges from 5 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,640 miles (4,249 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX) and San Diego (SAN).