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 $1,198 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,646, a difference of $448. 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 $1,510 to $5,498. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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 $40 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 ($1,510) and Qantas Airways ($1,545) 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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Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

12:45 - 22:35MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

30h 50m1 stop San Francisco

23:50 - 09:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

36h 40m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,510United Airlines

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

12:45 - 22:35MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

30h 50m1 stop San Francisco

23:50 - 10:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

37h 40m1 stop San Francisco

$1,527United 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

$1,545Qantas 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

$1,851Qantas Airways

Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

12:00 - 13:40MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

22h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

09:00 - 07:35LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

25h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,267Multiple Airlines

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

12:45 - 22:35MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

30h 50m1 stop San Francisco

14:10 - 09:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

22h 20m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,534United Airlines

Mon, 8 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

12:45 - 22:35MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

30h 50m1 stop San Francisco

14:10 - 09:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

22h 20m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$2,537United Airlines

Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

08:10 - 14:21MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

27h 11m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco

23:59 - 10:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

37h 31m1 stop San Francisco

$3,360United Airlines

Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

11:00 - 13:40MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

23h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

19:18 - 08:55LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

40h 37m3 stops Honolulu Los Angeles Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$3,882Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

12:45 - 22:44MEL Melbourne-LIH Lihue

30h 59m1 stop San Francisco

14:20 - 10:30LIH Lihue-MEL Melbourne

23h 10m1 stop San Francisco

$4,158United Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Lihue?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Lihue start at $1,510. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,198 to $1,647. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,510 on United Airlines.

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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 $1,198 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,646, a difference of $448. 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 $1,510 to $5,498. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
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 $40 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Dollar
· Thrifty
· Hertz
· Budget
· Sixt

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,198 – about $448 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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