Can you do day trips between Hawaiian islands?

An Introduction To Inter-Island Day Trips Exploring more islands in the great state of Hawaii means you will need to fly to each of the other islands. Taking day trips is a great way to see the unique features on each island. An active volcano, incredible rainforests, huge canyons and so much more to see.



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Hawaiian Airlines, Mokulele Airlines, and Southwest Airlines provide frequent airlift amongst the isles: more than 200 flights total each day, making connectivity near seamless from the U.S. mainland or to any destination within the islands.

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Fly to Maui from Oahu for a day to explore the Road to Hana! Before you begin your journey, have light and tasty continental breakfast featuring fresh fruit, pastries, coffee, tea, and juice.

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The cheapest way to travel between Hawaiian islands is to fly. You can find inter-island flights for as little as $39 each way, depending on when you want to travel and how far in advance you book.

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The ferry service between Honolulu and Maui is provided by a company called Expeditions. The ferry takes approximately 2.5 hours to get from one island to another and operates daily. A one-way ticket costs $39 for adults, $20 for children between the ages of 2-12, and kids under two can ride the ferry for free.

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This inter-island one day Maui Adventure Tour takes you from Honolulu to Maui for a full day of experiencing the wonders of nature. Follow the scenic Road to Hana without worrying about airfare, hotels, or rental cars!

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Though I generally recommend that first-time visitors stick to one island, since there's more than enough to see and do, island hopping is not difficult to do. The flights -- yes, you'll be going by air to most of them -- are short, so you won't miss much of the day.

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Some people enjoy the hustle and bustle of Oahu, which offers just about every activity under the sun. Others prefer the quiet solitude and raw beauty of Kauai. For a true Hawaiian experience, you really ought to visit more than one island to get a sense of Hawaii's unique variety.

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Hawaii is a stunning location with plenty of fun things to do, no matter which island you visit. If you're in the market for a beachy, relaxing vacation, you may want to head to Maui. Otherwise, consider Honolulu for its abundance of hotels, things to do and plentiful flight connections to other U.S. cities.

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Interestingly, prices for flights to the two airports are relatively similar, with Maui being slightly more expensive; expect to pay from around $250 to $500 for a round-trip ticket from Los Angeles in economy class — though it can get pricier during high season.

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Pickup from your Waikiki hotel, flights to one of the major islands (Big Island, Kauai, or Maui), pick up at the airport for a full day of exploration, return to the airport, flights back to Oahu, and return transportation to your hotel. All on the same day.

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Go on a day trip from Kauai and visit the island of Oahu on your own. This self-guided tour option allows you to explore on your own in a rental vehicle for the size of your group.

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Air travel The quickest and most convenient way to get from Oahu to Maui is by taking a flight from Honolulu International Airport to Kahului Airport. Many airlines, such as Hawaiian Airlines, offer non-stop flights between the two islands.

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