OAK (Oakland) to LIH (Kauai) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Hawaiian Airlines at 92%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.OAK → LIH
OAK (Oakland) to LIH (Kauai)
OAK → LIH on-time performance by month
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Hawaiian Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 92% vs 83% on time.
Airline Comparison
Hawaiian Airlines leads at 92% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 83%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from OAK
82% on timeTSA is currently ~20 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LIH
86% on timeWhen flights into LIH are late, the average delay is 50 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LIH: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.