Islands & Beaches
Flight Deal: Mainland U.S. to Hawaii from $362 Round-Trip
Flights have been consistently cheap to the islands lately—make sure you don't miss out.
By Bridget Hallinan
We recently wrote about why flights to Hawaii are insanely cheap right now—competition between airlines, new routes—and thanks to United and American Airlines, it's the gift that keeps on giving. For travel between August and October this year, trips from eight mainland U.S. cities to Honolulu (HNL), Kauai (LIH), Kona (KOA), and Maui (OGG) are priced as low as $362 round-trip. Normally, they reach into the $700-$800s, so what are you waiting for? Get packing. (Just make sure you book fast, this deal has already been up for a day and low fares could disappear at any time.)
Hawaii doesn't need an introduction: You know you're going for beautiful beaches, adventure travel, and a much-needed change of scenery from your desk at work. But if you still need trip inspiration, we've got you covered, from our favorite hotels and resorts on the islands, to a guide on local food (yes, there's more to Hawaii than poke.) For travelers flying in to Maui, Haleakala National Park is an absolute must. The sunrise views there draw huge crowds—so many, in fact, that you'll need a reservation to see it. But once you see the golden rays illuminating the volcanic crater, it will feel more than worth it.
In regards to Kilauea, the volcano's eruption is only affecting an isolated area of the Big Island, on the south side—Kona airport is on the north side, and you should be fine flying in there. Stay on the north side if you do end up visiting the Big Island, or opt for one of the other islands instead, to be safe. Before you go, check with your airline and hotel to ensure your travel won't be affected.
How to book: Flights are running from these mainland cities: Minneapolis, Atlanta, Seattle, Portland, Denver, Houston, Newark, and Salt Lake City. To find the cheapest available dates, search in Google Flights and use the calendar tool. The lowest fares will be highlighted in green; however, make sure to select one stop or fewer, as flights with two layovers definitely aren't worth the low price.
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