Is it cheaper to fly or boat to Hawaii?

Taking a cruise is far cheaper overall than flying into the islands and booking a hotel stay. Not only do you get the already paid for food from the cruise ship, but you also get to see all the islands. If you do not mind spending longer at sea than on land, maybe a cruise is a better option.



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While prices for Hawaiian cruises vary depending on the cruise line, on a typical 14-day sailing, you can expect to pay between $1,200 and $4,500 (and up), which breaks down to around $85 to $321 per day.

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A Hawaiian cruise lets you forego that added expense, as well as the trouble of finding and booking flights. A cruise also helps you delve deeper into each island, so if you do plan another Hawaiian vacation, you'll know which destinations you'll want to visit again.

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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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April thru June and mid-August thru mid-September are Hawaii's low seasons, and airfares are lower then. No matter what time of year you travel, you may be able to score better deals if you travel midweek.

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The cheapest time to fly to Hawaii is during February and March. The most expensive month to fly is December when the holiday period falls, with January being very expensive as well. The peak travel months of June and July are surprisingly not the most expensive months for flights, with middle figure prices.

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On average, the best time to buy your ticket to Hawaii is between 21 and 121 days before departure, with the period between 40 and 50 days often mentioned as a golden rule. The figures mentioned above are valid for domestic flights within the USA.

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If you want to save a bit of money on hotel prices, it pays to know the cheapest time to travel. During the off-season, from September to early December and from February to early April, you can often score lower prices than you would during the summer months. You can also stay in Hawaii's less expensive areas.

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Taking a cruise is far cheaper overall than flying into the islands and booking a hotel stay. Not only do you get the already paid for food from the cruise ship, but you also get to see all the islands. If you do not mind spending longer at sea than on land, maybe a cruise is a better option.

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Lanai – The Most Expensive Hawaiian Island Located in the central part of the Hawaiian archipelago, Lanai offers a unique blend of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty that attracts affluent travelers from around the world.

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A vacation to Hawaii for one week usually costs around $2,391 for one person. So, a trip to Hawaii for two people costs around $4,782 for one week.

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That's why we recommend flying as the best way to travel to Hawaii. This way, you can leave home and arrive in paradise on the same day. And even for travelers on the far East Coast of the mainland, it's only a 12-14 hour flight. OK, so that's not exactly a short flight, but it sure beats coming by boat.

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To get the best airfare prices, look to fly on Tuesday and Wednesdays. All summer long, midweek flights are a better price.

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September through mid-December and mid-April through mid-June is the off-season or shoulder season for Hawaiian cruises. If you are looking for an affordable Hawaiian cruise vacation, shoulder season is a wonderful time to sail to Hawaii.

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Honestly, prices in Hawaii are not greater than mainland US. Some restaurants DO charge high prices depending on where (usually ocean side dining costs more, eating at high-end chain restaurants or hotels is expensive). However, there are places to eat where you can expect to pay prices you are familiar with.

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Seven-night trip, shoulder season $7,602: Four-star beachfront resort, with a seven-day rental car. $5,792: Three-star hotel, with a 10-minute walk to beach, and a rental car for two days. $3,892: Low-cost condo with walking distance to the beach, tightly budgeted meals and a two-day rental car.

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Read on to learn the reasons behind Hawaii's budget-friendly airfare. If you're short on time, here's a quick answer to your question: Flights to Hawaii are cheap due to lots of competition between airlines, ample airplane capacity, discounted travel packages, and low taxes and fees at some airports.

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Oahu (Honolulu) and Maui (Kahului) tend to be the two cheapest Hawaiian airports to fly into from the continental United States, but this may not be the case for your particular route. Always compare airports and consider tailoring your vacation itinerary if a different arrival airport offers better savings.

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