Flights to Hawaii

A flight from London to Hawaii takes around 17 hours, including one stop. You can fly from London Heathrow to Los Angeles in around 11 hours, then fly to either Lihue, Honolulu or Kahului in around six hours. You can also travel via San Fransisco, which takes a similar amount of time. 

Use our low fare finder to discover the cheapest time to visit Hawaii. The most popular time to visit is during the winter months, as the island offers a warm, tropical climate and excellent conditions for whale watching. Book your flights for spring or autumn and you can still make the most of this year-round destination’s pleasant weather and quieter beaches. 

A trip to Hawaii can fit any budget. With plenty of outdoor activities on offer, you can hike scenic trails or lounge on beautiful beaches for free. There are plenty of local food trucks, grocery stores and farmers markets where you can enjoy budget-friendly meals. Take advantage of free cultural events and festivals to immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture.

Once you touch down in Hawaii, there are a range of transport options that will get you to your destination. Honolulu Airport is located just 16km from Waikiki and less than 10km from downtown Honolulu, which is accessible by bus, taxi or shuttle. Kahului Airport offers accessible buses, a shuttle service and taxis. Lihue Airport has taxis, buses and airport transfers to get you to your destination. 

You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to see more of what the islands have to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.

This Pacific archipelago offers tropical climes and a relaxed vibe. Discover the leafy Hamakua Coast of The Big Island, home to natural wonders like Akaka Falls. It’s the perfect spot for scenic drives along the coast, stopping off at quaint towns and exploring off the beaten path. Then, just off the coast of Maui, Molokini Crater – a crescent-shaped volcanic crater – is a popular spot for snorkelling and diving with clear waters offering a view of vibrant marine life. On Kauai you can tour the United States’ biggest coffee plantation at Kauai Coffee Company. Head to Oahu to visit the Bishop Museum in Honolulu, where you can learn about Hawaiian culture and history, with extensive exhibits on Polynesian heritage, natural history and Hawaii’s royal family. 

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit the USA. However, you will need an ESTA, which permits travel to the US for 90 days or less. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of the listed areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Fly with just hand baggage and you can carry two bags free of charge. Choose our checked baggage option and you can travel with hand baggage and a 23kg bag checked into the hold, plus enjoy free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering, and a warm, uniquely British welcome.  

 Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.