Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Lihue?

Flights from Sydney to Lihue usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Lihue pass through?

Most connecting flights from Sydney to Lihue 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 Lihue?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Sydney to Lihue route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,107 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,751, a difference of $645. 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 Sydney 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.

How are flight prices from Sydney to Lihue looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Lihue are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,814, which is 100% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Lihue?

Lihue 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 Lihue Airport (LIH)?

Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Sixt

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

Return flights from Sydney to Lihue range from $1,106 to $1,631, with an average of $1,297 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,106 counts as a good deal.

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

Alaska Airlines ($955) offered the cheapest return ticket from Sydney to Lihue in the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,351. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Lihue stopovers at 543 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, 9 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

21:40 - 09:52SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

33h 12m1 stop Honolulu

17:08 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 37m1 stop Honolulu

$955Alaska Airlines

Tue, 9 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

21:40 - 09:52SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

33h 12m1 stop Honolulu

17:08 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 37m1 stop Honolulu

$956Alaska Airlines

Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

21:40 - 17:58SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

17h 18m1 stop Honolulu

20:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,334Alaska Airlines

Tue, 15 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

21:40 - 13:41SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

13h 01m1 stop Honolulu

06:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,338Alaska Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

21:40 - 15:14SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

14h 34m1 stop Honolulu

09:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,362Alaska Airlines

Tue, 15 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

21:40 - 11:18SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

34h 38m1 stop Honolulu

06:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,366Alaska Airlines

Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

21:40 - 17:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

16h 47m1 stop Honolulu

09:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,449Alaska Airlines

Tue, 9 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

21:40 - 22:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

21h 20m1 stop Honolulu

20:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,461Alaska Airlines

Tue, 9 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

21:40 - 22:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

21h 20m1 stop Honolulu

20:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,462Alaska Airlines

Tue, 9 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar

21:40 - 22:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LIH Lihue

21h 20m1 stop Honolulu

20:00 - 19:45LIH Lihue-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 45m1 stop Honolulu

$1,463Alaska Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Lihue?

Return flights from Sydney to Lihue start at $955. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,106 to $1,631. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $955 on Alaska Airlines.

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Cheapest flight	$1,376

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Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Lihue?
Flights from Sydney to Lihue usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Lihue pass through?
Most connecting flights from Sydney to Lihue 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 Lihue?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Sydney to Lihue route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,107 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,751, a difference of $645. 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 Sydney 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.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Lihue looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Lihue are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,814, which is 100% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Lihue?
Lihue 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 Lihue Airport (LIH)?
Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Sixt
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Lihue flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Lihue range from $1,106 to $1,631, with an average of $1,297 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,106 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,107 – about $645 less than Thursday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Lihue trip for March. Fares historically average $914 return in that month – typically $837 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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
- Garden Island Inn

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