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 - $1,100 and takes 15h 40m.

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 15h 40m and costs $250 - $1,100.

How far is it from Auckland to Hilo?

The distance between Auckland and Hilo is 4526 miles.

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

It takes approximately 16h 42m 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 1:59 PM in Auckland and 2:59 PM in Hilo.

Where can I stay near Hilo?

There are 138+ 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 Kona International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Kona International Airport (KOA)plane AKL - KOA
2. Take the bus from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole to Mo'oheau Bus Terminalbus
16h 42m
$445–1,707
Fly to Hilo International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO)plane AKL - ITO
15h 40m
$255–1,007
Fly to Waimea-Kohala Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE)plane AKL - MUE
2. Take the bus from Waimea Kohala Airport to Wainaku Clem Akina Parkbus
24h 23m
$255–1,007

Auckland (AKL) to Kona International Airport (KOA) flights

12Weekly Planes

14h 13mAverage Duration

$443Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Auckland to Hilo.

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Distance: 4,500.2 mi
Duration: 16h 42m

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

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hawaiian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Auckland (AKL) to Hilo International Airport (ITO) once daily.

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