Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Lihue usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Melbourne Airport to Lihue route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,231 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,691, a difference of $460. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Lihue changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,469 to $7,368. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Lihue looking right now?

One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Lihue are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,411, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Lihue?

Lihue is 20 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Lihue Airport (LIH)?

Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $42 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Sixt

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?

United Airlines ($1,631) and Qantas Airways ($1,856) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Lihue according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 4 Feb

21:00 - 13:40MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

37h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

08:13 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

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$1,469Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

15:00 - 13:40MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

19h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

09:00 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

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$1,505Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov

17:00 - 13:37MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

17h 37m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

13:27 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

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$1,600Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov

11:45 - 21:30MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

30h 45m1 stop San Francisco

13:46 - 10:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

23h 44m1 stop San Francisco

$1,631United Airlines

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

14:30 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

18h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

09:00 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

17h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,856Qantas Airways

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

14:30 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

18h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

09:00 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

17h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,866Qantas Airways

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

14:30 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

18h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

09:00 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

17h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,878Qantas Airways

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

14:30 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

18h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

09:00 - 23:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

17h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,882Qantas Airways

Fri, 18 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

21:00 - 20:13MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

44h 13m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

10:24 - 07:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

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18:50 - 22:28MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?: United Airlines ($1,631) and Qantas Airways ($1,856) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Lihue according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Lihue changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,469 to $7,368. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Lihue looking right now?
One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Lihue are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,411, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Lihue Airport (LIH)?
Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $42 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Sixt
Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Lihue usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Melbourne Airport to Lihue route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,231 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,691, a difference of $460. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Lihue?
Lihue is 20 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,231 – about $460 less than Friday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lihue Airport.
- Kaua'i Palms Hotel
- Marriott's Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu'u

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