What cruise line goes to all the Hawaiian Islands?

Many cruises begin, stop or end in Hawai?i, but only one encompasses the Hawaiian Islands from start to finish, the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) Pride of America.



In 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) remains the only major cruise line that can sail exclusively between the Hawaiian Islands without visiting a foreign port. This is possible because their ship, the Pride of America, is a U.S.-flagged vessel, exempting it from the Passenger Vessel Services Act of 1886. Most other lines must include a stop in a foreign territory, such as Ensenada, Mexico, or Fanning Island, resulting in multiple "sea days." NCL’s 7-day itinerary typically originates in Honolulu and includes overnight stays in Maui and Kauai, along with stops in Hilo and Kona on the Big Island. This unique setup allows travelers to maximize their time on land, seeing four islands in a single week. The ship itself celebrates Hawaiian culture with onboard ambassadors and local cuisine, making it the premier choice for a comprehensive "inter-island" experience without the logistical hassle of inter-island flights.

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If you're strapped for time here's the quick answer: Absolutely! It's perfectly feasible to fly to Hawaii and then embark on an interisland cruise. Most cruises depart from Honolulu on Oahu, so you can simply book a flight to Honolulu and then join your cruise ship there.

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It's Expensive The cost of living is the biggest downside of visiting Hawaii by land. As already mentioned, Hawaii is notoriously expensive, so you can save quite a bit by taking a cruise around the islands.

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The weather in Hawaii is generally at its most pleasant in April, May, September and October, but if you prefer it hot and dry, the best time to cruise Hawaii is from June to August. The best times to see whales are the winter months (January through March), but you'll likely experience some rain.

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Oahu is the cheapest Hawaiian island to visit, with a total cost of $3,015. A Ko Olina Resort lagoon on Oahu. Maui is the most expensive island to visit, coming in over $2,000 more expensive, with a total cost of $5,142. The Grand Wailea in Maui, a luxury resort.

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Oahu is the most visited of all the Hawaiian islands, at nearly 4.7 million visitors annually. Oahu is primarily defined by the state capital of Honolulu, as well as Pearl Harbor and the famous beach known as Waikiki. These areas attract tourists by the thousands daily.

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April, May and September until Thanksgiving will be the cheapest times to come to Hawaii.

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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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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 best and most popular way to go Hawaii island hopping is by plane. Flights between Hawaiian islands include Hawaiian Airlines, Mokulele, Southwest, and Princeville. There are dozens of inter island flights every single day. Plus, these island hopping flights are very fast.

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Kauai is the winner It has a variety of views and terrain to see. Rocky coastlines, beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and mountains and valleys. There is so much to see and do. Kauai tends to not be as popular as islands like Maui and Oahu so you can fully enjoy what the island offers.

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Billionaire Larry Ellison owns an island in Hawaii. 98 per cent of the island of Lanai is his property.

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Kauai is the winner Rocky coastlines, beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and mountains and valleys. There is so much to see and do. Kauai tends to not be as popular as islands like Maui and Oahu so you can fully enjoy what the island offers. Whatever you're looking to see or do, Kauai has it.

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Hawaii's hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts more cyclone activity in the central Pacific than usual, due to it being an El Nino summer. NOAA predicts that there will be four to seven cyclones this year.

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Cruise to Hawaii Year-Round Only Norwegian lets you visit four islands in seven days, which means you're on an island each and every day! Since we are the only cruise line that homeports in Hawaii, offering convenient year-round Saturday departures, you can vacation on your schedule.

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NOTE: Hospital-issued birth certificates and baptismal certificates are not acceptable. For cruises to Hawaii ? If the cruise starts and ends in Hawaii and never sails beyond the Hawaiian islands, U.S citizens only need a government-issued photo I.D. such as a passport* or valid driver's license with photo.

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