The minimum connection time at HNL is 60 minutes for domestic flights and 120 minutes for international connections. HNL has an on-time arrival rate of 83%. When flights are delayed, the average delay is 55 minutes.
HNL Minimum Connection Time
Daniel K. Inouye International — Honolulu
Official Minimum Connection Time at HNL
60m
Domestic Minimum
120m
International Minimum
Getting Between Terminals at HNL
Terminals: Terminal 1 (Hawaiian Airlines) | Terminal 2 (Mainland carriers) | International Arrivals
How to transfer: Walking between terminals via the Wiki Wiki shuttle bus or outdoor walkways
Transfer time: 10-20 minutes between terminals
!TSA re-screening: Required for some terminal changes — Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are separate. Some connections require the Wiki Wiki shuttle bus and re-screening. International arrivals must clear customs and re-screen.
Terminal-to-Terminal Walk Times at HNL
| From | To | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | Terminal 2 | 12-18 min |
Miss Rate by Layover Time at HNL
Miss rate = estimated % chance of missing your connection based on BTS delay data. Click any row for details.
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Pro Tips for Connecting at HNL
→Hawaiian Airlines dominates Terminal 1. If both legs are Hawaiian, you likely stay in Terminal 1.
→The open-air layout means you may walk outdoors between terminals. This is pleasant but adds time.
→Honolulu weather rarely causes delays. It is one of the most weather-reliable airports in the US.
→Book both legs on the same ticket. If you miss your connection, the airline must rebook you at no charge. Separate tickets mean you're on your own.
→Choose morning flights for your first leg. Flights before 8 AM are delayed significantly less than afternoon flights.
→Avoid checking bags on tight connections. Carry-on only gives you maximum flexibility if you need to switch flights.