When heading to Honolulu HNL Airport, if you exit Waikiki and head west, the road name will change to Nimitz Highway, and if you continue on, you'll reach the airport.

On the day of your flight, it's best to allow 45 minutes for travel, so leaving early is a good idea.

The route splits into H-1 Freeway and Nimitz Highway, and you can check which is faster using the Google app.

The official name of the airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, and the airport code is HNL.

It is the central airport of Oahu, with regular flights to inter-island, mainland U.S., and international destinations.

There are three terminals. Terminal 1 is used by Hawaiian Airlines, and Terminal 3 is used by Mokulele Airlines. All other airlines are located in Terminal 2.

Three Korean airlines are listed on the official airport roster. Korean Air and Air Premia are at Terminal 2, Lobby 4, while Asiana is at Lobby 8 of the same terminal.

For U.S. airlines, Alaska is at Lobby 5, American, Delta, and Southwest are at Lobby 7, and United is at Lobby 8. Mentioning the lobbies will help you avoid confusion.

According to Wikipedia statistics, the Seoul-Incheon route is the third busiest international route, with 403,094 passengers using it from now until July 2026.

However, I couldn't verify the flight numbers, frequency, or direct flights this time, so please check with the airline before booking.

There is a free shuttle bus called Wiki Wiki that runs between the terminals. It's a convenient transport option when you're dragging large bags.

If you're going without a car, there's the Skyline train.

The airport station is located between the international parking lot and Terminal 2 parking lot, accessible from the ground level and the fourth floor of the parking garage.

It runs daily from 4 AM to 8:30 PM at 10-minute intervals. The last train departs at 10 PM.

According to Wikipedia, the current route runs from East Kapolei to Kalihi. It doesn't go into Waikiki, so it may be useful for those in the western neighborhoods.

If you're in Waikiki, the W Line bus is the way to go. It passes through downtown and Ala Moana, but after 7 PM, it runs every 30 minutes.

The airport bus stop is right in front of the station. Since the location descriptions in the guides vary slightly, it's safer to check the on-site signs once more.

Buses have baggage restrictions. You can bring one medium-sized bag and one small carry-on, so it's not suitable for those with two large checked bags.

The fare is the same for both the bus and train. A 2-hour pass with a HOLO card costs $3 and includes transfers, while the card itself costs $2.

The train requires a HOLO card, which can be purchased from the station vending machines. If you buy a round trip, it will cost you $8, making it comparable to parking fees.

All vehicle pickup areas are on the ground level. Terminal 1 is at the end of baggage claim area 6, Terminal 2 is between 19 and 20 in the central divider, and across from 31 in the divider. Do not go up to the old second-floor area.

If you're picking someone up, the free waiting parking lot, known as the cell phone lot, is very convenient. The Diamond Head lot is near Lagoon Dr on Aolele St, and the Ewa lot is near the airport post office on Nimitz Hwy and Aolele St. You can park for up to 60 minutes, but if the driver leaves the vehicle, it is subject to fines and towing.

Now, let's talk about parking fees. The three parking lots at the international terminal, Terminal 2, and Terminal 1 all use the same rate schedule, and the amounts listed below are based on checks made in November 2026 and may change.

The first 15 minutes are free, so dropping someone off briefly won't cost you anything. Up to 30 minutes is $1, up to 1 hour is $3, up to 2 hours is $6, up to 3 hours is $9, and up to 4 hours is $12.

Up to 5 hours is $17, up to 6 hours is $21, up to 7 hours is $24, and up to 8 hours is $27.

If you exceed 8 hours, it will be $29 overnight, and this amount will increase to $30 starting July 2027.

What about a week-long trip? The weekly rate isn't publicly listed, but if you calculate $29 per day for 7 days, it comes to $203.

The airport doesn't specify a maximum daily rate, so please use the parking fee calculator on the HNL website to input your actual dates.

Which official parking lot is the cheapest? Since the rates are the same across the three lots, there isn't a cheaper option; just choose the one closest to your terminal.

I didn't check the rates for private parking lots outside the airport.

Motorcycles have a maximum daily fee of $5, so for a week, it would total $35.

Be sure to check the vehicle height restrictions in advance. All entrances to Terminal 1 are 7 feet, while Terminal 2 varies, with some entrances as low as 6 feet 2 inches.

Before departing to the mainland, there is an agricultural inspection before check-in.

This applies to both checked luggage and carry-ons, and some fruits and plants are restricted, so if you're planning to bring home backyard fruits as gifts, be sure to check in advance.

Personally, I would park for a day or two for short trips, but if it's more than three days, I would consider the weight of my luggage. If my bags are light, I would take the train or bus; if they're heavy, getting a ride from someone would be best.

Before you leave, be sure to check the latest rates on the airport's official website.