How to find cheap flights to Hilo International Airport (ITO)
At the moment, RM2,682 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Hilo International Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to ITO for RM4,991.
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Roughly two months before takeoff is a great time to book tickets to Hilo, where Hilo International Airport is located. That's the general recommendation for getting the best deals.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of securing cheap flights to Hilo. Doing this will give you more options for where you take off and land, as well as different prices.
Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes usually cost less. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Hilo International Airport.
Best time to go to Hilo
July is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight to Hilo.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to ITO that fits your itinerary and budget.
May is the most popular month for flights to ITO. Travel then if you're eager to experience Hilo at its liveliest.
December is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Hilo then.
With averages of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF), October is when Hilo is warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in March, when they range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
January comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With six days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Hilo.
March has the wettest weather. You can expect around ten days of rainfall if you're heading there then.
Flying to Hilo International Airport (ITO): What you need to know
Travel to Hilo in one go. These are some of the popular airlines that offer direct flights to Hilo International Airport:
If you want to jet away with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your ITO plane ticket with Southwest Airlines. Up to 92% of its flights into this airport arrive according to schedule.
ITO is located in the UTC-10 timezone.
Eager to get a good night's sleep after your flight to ITO? These hotels close to Hilo International Airport offer the perfect place to relax and recharge:
Whether you're making your connecting flight or flying home from Hilo International Airport, you can expect a timely arrival. ITO is among the more punctual hubs, with up to 87% of departing flights landing when they're supposed to.
Getting to central Hilo from Hilo International Airport (ITO)
ITO is about 6 kilometres from central Hilo.
Once you've landed from your flight to ITO, driving to the centre will take around 15 minutes.
The ride when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Hilo has no shortage of places to rest your head. Here's a roundup of comfortable hotels to keep in mind for your visit:
Hilo highlights
These leading attractions should feature on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to Hilo:
Rainbow Falls: The perfect spot to begin sightseeing, this landmark is around 3 kilometres west of the city centre.
Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens: You'll find this park roughly 8 kilometres south of the centre. Take some time out and watch the world go by in this corner of Hilo.
Hilo Bay: Hit up this landmark next. About 2 kilometres northeast of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Hilo experience.
How to get to Kailua-Kona from Hilo International Airport (ITO)
The nearby city of Kailua-Kona is about 129 kilometres from ITO. Heading to the centre by taxi or ride-share takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Allow roughly 4 hours 40 minutes if you're travelling to Kailua-Kona on public transport.
Travelling from Hilo International Airport (ITO) to Hawaiian Paradise Park
Hawaiian Paradise Park is located around 16 kilometres from Hilo International Airport. If that's where you're going, the trip by public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
The drive time to Hawaiian Paradise Park is roughly 30 minutes.
Explore more of the United States
Feel like exploring more? Kahului will add something special to your trip to the United States. It's around 193 kilometres northwest of Hilo and features Palaau State Park, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Kanaha Pond State Wildlife Sanctuary. The main airport for this city is Kahului Airport (OGG).
Kīhei might just steal the show during your trip to the United States. You'll find it around 193 kilometres northwest of Hilo. Kihei Regional Park, Maalaea Beach and Lipoa Street Beach are major draws.
Roughly 193 kilometres northwest of Hilo, Wailuku brings even more to your adventure. Great reasons to visit include Tropical Gardens of Maui, Whale Lookout and Halekiʻi-Pihana Heiau.
