Minimum Connection Time at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL/PHNL)

Honolulu, United States of America

How Long Do I Need to Change Planes at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL/PHNL)?

Answer: At Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL/PHNL) in Honolulu, United States of America, you need a minimum of 50 minutes for domestic connections and 80 minutes for international connections.

This is the official Minimum Connection Time (MCT) set by airlines and airport authorities. However, we recommend adding extra time during peak hours or for international transfers.

Standard MCT Table

Connection Type Minimum Time
Domestic to Domestic 50 minutes
Domestic to International 80 minutes
International to Domestic 80 minutes
International to International 100 minutes
Interline Transfer 120 minutes

Terminal Information

Major Pacific hub with multiple concourses and interisland terminal.

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Airlines Operating at HNL

Frequently Asked Questions: HNL/PHNL Connection Times

How long do I need to change planes at HNL/PHNL?

Answer: You need a minimum of 50 minutes for domestic connections and 80 minutes for international connections at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

What's the minimum connection time at HNL/PHNL?

Answer: The official minimum connection time at HNL/PHNL is 50 minutes for domestic flights and 80 minutes for international flights.

How much time do I need to transfer at HNL/PHNL?

Answer: For transfers at HNL/PHNL, allow 50 minutes for domestic connections and 80 minutes for international connections. Add extra time during peak hours.

Can I make a 50-minute connection at HNL/PHNL?

Answer: Yes, 50 minutes is the official minimum connection time for domestic flights at HNL/PHNL, but we recommend adding extra time for comfort and to account for delays.

Connection Tips

Interisland connections can be fast but allow time for terminal changes.

Frequent Traveler's Hot Tip

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Pro Tip for Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL/PHNL)

Walkways between concourses are long; consider shuttles.

Nearby Airports

Other major airports in the North America region:

Apalachicola Regional Airport

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ABE

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ABI

Ambler Airport

ABL

Albuquerque International Sunport

ABQ

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Apalachicola Regional Airport

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MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Lehigh Valley International Airport

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MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Abilene Regional Airport

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MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Ambler Airport

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Ambler, United States of America
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Albuquerque International Sunport

ABQ (KABQ)
Albuquerque, United States of America
MCT: 45 min domestic, 75 min international

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Airport Location

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located at coordinates: 21.3187, -157.9225

Traveler Tools

Layover Planner: Airside links between certain concourses; verify route.
Missed Connection Help: Visit your carrierโ€™s service desk; Hawaiian interisland desks are in the separate terminal.
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Airport Comparison

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Airport Map

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Important Notes