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Cheapest return flight
$1,396
Typical prices: $906-$1,456
Alaska Airlines
Thu 22/11Thu 29/11
SYD - ITO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$917
Typical prices: $1,117-$1,127
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/1
SYD - ITO • 3 stops
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 40% price drop
September
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Hilo (SYD-ITO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Hilo

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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21:40 - 14:21SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
13h 41m1 stop Honolulu
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20:45 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 00m1 stop Honolulu
$1,396Alaska Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
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21:40 - 21:56SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
21h 16m1 stop Honolulu
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07:36 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 09m1 stop Honolulu
$1,451Alaska Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
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21:40 - 21:56SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
21h 16m1 stop Honolulu
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:36 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 09m1 stop Honolulu
$1,453Alaska Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
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21:40 - 21:56SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
21h 16m1 stop Honolulu
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:36 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 09m1 stop Honolulu
$1,456Alaska Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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21:40 - 07:04SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
30h 24m1 stop Honolulu
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14:07 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 38m1 stop Honolulu
$1,460Alaska Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 18:19SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
17h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Honolulu
$1,699Multiple Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 18:19SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
17h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Honolulu
$1,701Multiple Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 18:19SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
17h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Honolulu
$1,702Multiple Airlines
Fri, 19 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 18:19SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
17h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Honolulu
$1,705Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 18:19SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl
41h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului
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12:39 - 19:45ITO  Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 06m1 stop Honolulu
$1,706Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Hilo flights

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What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Hilo?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,201. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Hilo, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Hilo stopovers at 10h 21m over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Sydney to Hilo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$917
One-way flight from Sydney to Hilo

When to book flights from Sydney to Hilo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Hilo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Hilo flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Hilo?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Hilo.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Hilo?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Hilo flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Hilo range from $906 to $1,456, with an average of $1,287 over the past 12 months. Anything below $906 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Hilo 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 $1,396 to $3,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Hilo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,052, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?

    Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Hilo?

    Flights from Sydney to Hilo usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Hilo pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Sydney to Hilo pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Hilo?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Sydney to Hilo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $906 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,305, a difference of $1,400.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Hilo?

    Hilo is 21 hours behind Sydney (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Hilo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $906, about $1,400 less than Wednesday fares (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Hilo trip for May. Fares historically average $778 return in that month – typically $1,527 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hilo Intl Airport.

    • Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    • Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

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