Flights to Hilo Airport (ITO)

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Cheap Flights to Hilo Airport

Hilo International Airport is located on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii. Most flights to Hilo Airport depart from Honolulu, so if you're traveling from most mainland US cities, you will first have to fly to Los Angeles, Honolulu or another Hawaiian island such as Maui. It's easy to find the cheapest flights to Hilo Airport using Skyscanner's flight search. Also helpful is this mobile app you can download to search for the best airfare on cheap flights to Hilo Airport. If your travel dates are flexible and you're looking for a cheap flight to Hilo Airport, use our cheapest month search tool to seek out the lowest priced tickets.

Best Times to Book a Flight to Hilo Airport

The best times to visit Hilo on the Big Island is between September and November, when flights and hotels are cheapest. Temperatures during those months range from a pleasant 77-83 degrees, though November is the rainiest month of the year. You may also find a good airfare deal from April through May.

Airlines That Fly to Hilo Airport (ITO)

The most popular airlines flying to Hilo Airport are Hawaiian and United Airlines. A flight from New York's JFK Airport to Hilo Airport will involve a stop in Honolulu or Los Angeles, where you can then catch a flight to Hilo.

Hilo Airport: What To Expect

When you land at Hilo Airport you will be just two miles east of Hilo. There is no internet service available at this airport. Upon arrival, take a taxi or rent a car at the airport to get to your hotel. Seven rental car agencies are located on site with offices on the ground level, just across from the Terminal entrance. There is also public transit, Hele-On Bus, available. It's also a good idea to pre-arrange your ground transportation from Hilo Airport with a local shuttle company.

If you need to do some banking or get cash at the airport, there is an ATM located near the Security Check Point. There are a couple of shops selling gifts and leis and a local restaurant within Hilo airport. The hours of operation vary, though you can expect all to be closed after 9:00 p.m. in this small airport.

Enjoying Hilo, HI

You don't have to look far to discover why people love visiting Hilo. Check out the Hamakua Coast 40-mile scenic drive for spectacular waterfall and canyon views. Visit the Rainforest Zoo, go snorkeling, and hike through the many hot springs and ponds in the Puna district for starters. If the night sky is right up your alley, don't miss the Imiloa astronomy center or Mauna Kea for daily stargazing tours.