What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Hilo?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Hilo is to fly which costs $250 - $1,000 and takes 16h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Hilo?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Hilo is to fly which takes 16h 55m and costs $250 - $1,000.

How far is it from Auckland to Hilo?

The distance between Auckland and Hilo is 4442 miles.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Hilo?

It takes approximately 16h 55m to get from Auckland to Hilo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Hilo?

Hilo is 23h behind Auckland. It is currently 12:20 AM in Auckland and 1:20 AM in Hilo.

Where can I stay near Hilo?

There are 137+ hotels available in Hilo.

Auckland to Hilo - 3 ways to travel via plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Auckland to Hilo by plane or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Hilo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO)AKL - ITO
16h 55m
$255–957
Fly to Waimea-Kohala Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE)AKL - MUE
2. Take the bus from Waimea Kohala Airport to Wainaku Clem Akina Park
24h 23m
$245–907
Fly to Kona International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Kona International Airport (KOA)AKL - KOA
2. Take the bus from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole to Mo'oheau Bus Terminal
17h 37m
$375–1,407

Auckland (AKL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO) flights

9Weekly Planes

16h 18mAverage Duration

$251Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Auckland to Hilo.

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Distance: 4,415.8 mi
Duration: 16h 55m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Hilo, HI, USA?

Hawaiian Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Air Tahiti Nui fly from Auckland (AKL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO) once daily.

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