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. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

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

On the Sydney to Hilo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 61%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $879 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,238 – a $1,359 difference. 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 $896 to $6,424. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $1,938, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Hilo?

Hilo is 20 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 starting from around $39 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Alamo

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

Return flights from Sydney to Hilo range from $880 to $1,414, with an average of $1,132 over the past 12 months. Anything below $880 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Hilo?

Alaska Airlines ($896) offered the cheapest return ticket from Sydney to Hilo in the last 5 days.

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 $1,126. 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 615 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

20:45 - 15:21SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 36m1 stop Honolulu

07:36 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 09m1 stop Honolulu

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Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

20:45 - 15:21SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 36m1 stop Honolulu

07:36 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 09m1 stop Honolulu

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Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

20:45 - 14:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 42m1 stop Honolulu

08:30 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 15m2 stops Kahului Honolulu

$1,028Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

20:45 - 14:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 42m1 stop Honolulu

08:30 - 19:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 15m2 stops Kahului Honolulu

$1,277Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov

20:30 - 13:22SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

13h 52m1 stop Honolulu

07:37 - 18:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 08m1 stop Honolulu

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20:30 - 18:19SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 49m2 stops Honolulu Kahului

07:37 - 18:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 08m1 stop Honolulu

$1,650Multiple Airlines

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20:30 - 18:19SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 49m3 stops Honolulu Kona Intl Kahului

07:37 - 18:45ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 08m1 stop Honolulu

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Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct

20:45 - 21:54SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

21h 09m1 stop Honolulu

19:30 - 18:50ITO Hilo Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 20m1 stop Honolulu

$1,817Alaska Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

20:45 - 18:17SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

42h 32m3 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl Kahului

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

16h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,892Alaska Airlines

Mon, 21 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

21:40 - 20:11SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ITO Hilo Intl

19h 31m1 stop Honolulu

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

16h 45m1 stop Honolulu

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Hilo?

Return flights from Sydney to Hilo start at $896. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $880 to $1,414. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $896 on Alaska Airlines.

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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. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Hilo?
On the Sydney to Hilo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 61%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $879 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,238 – a $1,359 difference. 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 $896 to $6,424. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $1,938, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Hilo?
Hilo is 20 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 starting from around $39 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Hilo flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Hilo range from $880 to $1,414, with an average of $1,132 over the past 12 months. Anything below $880 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $879 – about $1,359 less than Wednesday (61% 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 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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