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

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

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 $931 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,369, a difference of $1,439. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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.

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 $993 to $9,918. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,448, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

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.

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

Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Thrifty • Budget • Alamo

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

Return flights from Sydney to Hilo range from $931 to $1,497, with an average of $1,323 over the past 12 months. Anything below $931 counts as a good deal.

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 $1,234. 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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Typical prices: $931-$1,497

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$1,396

Typical prices: $1,148-$1,332

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Thu, 1 Apr - Thu, 8 Apr

20:45 - 21:56SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

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06:00 - 18:50ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m1 stop Honolulu

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Thu, 1 Apr - Thu, 8 Apr

20:45 - 18:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

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08:29 - 18:50ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Thu, 1 Apr - Thu, 8 Apr

20:45 - 18:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 25m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

17:59 - 18:50ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 51m1 stop Honolulu

$1,000Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 10 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar

20:30 - 21:57SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

22h 27m1 stop Honolulu

11:00 - 18:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 45m1 stop Honolulu

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Wed, 10 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar

20:30 - 18:21SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 51m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

14:30 - 18:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 15m1 stop Honolulu

$1,112Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 10 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar

20:30 - 18:21SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 51m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

08:29 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 16m2 stops Kahului Honolulu

$2,181Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

21:40 - 21:58SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

21h 18m1 stop Honolulu

06:00 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$2,559Alaska Airlines

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Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

21:40 - 18:19SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

41h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

09:29 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 16m1 stop Honolulu

$2,683Alaska Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

21:40 - 14:22SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

13h 42m1 stop Honolulu

06:00 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$2,707Alaska Airlines

1 day ago

Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

21:40 - 18:19SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 39m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

16:59 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 46m1 stop Honolulu

$2,844Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

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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 $1,234. 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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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 $931 to $1,497, with an average of $1,323 over the past 12 months. Anything below $931 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 $993 to $9,918. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,448, which is 26% above 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 averaging $112 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 $931 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,369, a difference of $1,439.

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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $931, about $1,439 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 $800 return in that month – typically $1,570 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
• SCP Hilo Hotel
• Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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