Honolulu Int'l Airport
Shuttle Companies
About Honolulu
The capital city of Hawaii located on the Oahu island. It is the most populous city with people from various cultures which offers impeccable beaches, extinct volcanoes, and various interesting attractions that will allure every visitor.
Honolulu is the cosmopolitan city where you can find everything from amazing beaches and nature to nice restaurants and first-class shopping. If you just want to stay at a beach all day and relax, you have several great choices: Hanauma Bay, Sandy Beach, Makapuʻu Beach, and the most famous Waikiki Beach. Those interested in scuba diving and snorkeling can go to Magic Island. You should also see Manoa Falls, a huge waterfall surrounded by tropical vegetation, and Diamond Head, a volcano and iconic landmark.
Visitors interested in the history of the United States or Hawaii must go to Pearl Harbor and check out the USS Arizona Memorial which commemorates the 1941 attack. There are also Battleship Missouri Memorial, the ʻIolani Palace from the 19th century, and the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum offering exhibits on Polynesian culture. If you want to go shopping, the Ala Moana Center is the best place for that - it is a huge open-air mall where you can also have lunch or grab a drink.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
This Honolulu International Airport is the main Honolulu’s aviation gateway which is also one of the busiest airports in the U.S. with more than 21 million passengers annually. It is located 3 miles away from the city’s central business district. The airport code is HNL, and it is named after the U.S. Senator who represented Hawaii, Daniel K. Inouye.
You can find various bars and restaurants at both terminals where you can have a tasty meal or enjoy a cup of coffee. There are many interesting things you could check out while waiting for your flight, such as several cultural gardens, many artworks places throughout the airport terminals, a huge mosaic mural made up of over 8000 images, and the PATA Gallery of Legends.
How to get from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki?
There are various Honolulu Airport transfers, taxis, Uber, rental cars, and public buses. Check out all the options and rates below and find the ride that meets all your requirements.
The fastest transportation option between HNL Airport and Waikiki is almost certainly a taxi service (it takes around 25 minutes), but it is also one of the priciest transfers - $45. The cheapest (but the slowest) transportation option is definitely public bus - routes 19 and 20 can take you to Waikiki for only $2.50. There is a middle ground; use one of the airport shuttles with rates as low as $7. They are slower than taxi rides but faster than public buses and offer competitive rates.
Honolulu Airport Shuttle
You can find numerous Honolulu airport shuttle providers operating to/from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. It might be stressful to find the best ride when you have so many choices, but we will save your time and money by listing every airport transfer along with their rates.
Direct Shuttle Hawaii also offers reliable Honolulu Airport transfers, as well as island tours. According to their guest reviews, Direct Shuttle provides great service. They can take you to Waikiki, Turtle Bay, Ko Olina, any many other destinations.
They offer flat rates from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki hotels:
- $25 for up to 3 people,
- $7 per person if there are more than 3 passengers.
HNL to Pier:
- $25 for up to 3 people,
- $8 per person if there are more than 3 passengers.
HNL to Haunama Bay:
- $45 for up to 4 people.
- $10 per person if there are more than 4 passengers.
HNL to Ko Olina hotels:
- $50 for up to 5 people.
- $9 per person if there are more than 5 passengers.
HNL to Turtle Bay:
- $100 for up to 4 people,
- $22 per person if there are more than 4 passengers.
Book your shuttle ride online or call Direct Shuttle at (808) 206-3036.
Roberts Hawaii Express Shuttle is one of the most popular shuttle providers in Hawaii (e.g. at Lihue Airport and Kahului Airport). If you’re looking for a ride from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki, Kahala, Turtle Bay, or some other Oahu resort, this airport express shuttle is a great choice.
- Their one-way rates from HNL to Waikiki start at $17.
- Rates to other Oahu hotels and resorts are as low as $28.
Roberts Hawaii airport shuttle rates include 2 pieces of luggage and 2 carry-on bags.
You can book your ride online or by calling one of the following numbers:
- (866) 898-2523
- (808) 439-8800
Where is the shuttle pick-up location at Honolulu Airport?
There are 3 pick-up locations, all located on the ground level:
- Baggage Claim 11 (next to escalators)
- Between Baggage Claim 17 and International Arrivals (sidewalk)
- Baggage Claim 31 (center median)
Clik Shuttle can provide you with a comfortable shuttle ride from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki. They offer various services to fit any of your needs - you can choose between the affordable shared shuttle and exclusive shuttle ride which is more expensive.
- Their shared shuttle can take you to Waikiki for $10.
If you want to use the exclusive shuttle service, check out the rates in the list below.
They provide Honolulu Airport transfers to Turtle Bay as well, but that service is available for groups only - the one-way rate for 11 passengers is $175.
You can call Clik Shuttle at (808) 740-0900 at any time if you have more questions.
King Airport Shuttle is a shuttle transportation company offering private Honolulu Airport transfers to any place on the island. They will greet you at the airport with a traditional Hawaiian flower Lei Greeting and quickly take you to your destination.
Their one-way rate from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki depends on the number of passengers:
- $25 each way for up to 2 passengers;
- $29 for 3 passengers;
- $7 for each additional passenger.
Look at the list below to discover their lowest rates for up to 4 passengers from HNL:
Book your King Shuttle online now or call 808-352-4670 if you need more information. If you make a reservation using the website, you will receive a confirmation email. (If you don’t get it, contact them as soon as possible.)
Hawaii23 Airport Shuttle is a reliable airport shuttle provider with fast service and flat rates between HNL Airport and Waikiki. Apart from airport transportation, you can call them at (808) 926-9049 to book an island tour and they will create one according to your wishes.
See the list below to find out their rates from Daniel K. Inouye Airport to Waikiki:
- 1-2 people - $23
- 3 - $30
- 4 - $37
- 5 - $44
- 6 - $51
- 7 - $58
- 8 - $65
- 9 - $72
- 10 - $79
Speedi Shuttle provides transportation services to and from several Hawaii airports, one of them being Honolulu Airport. They can arrange both shared and private ride, according to your wishes and possibilities. To find out their rates for shared airport rides from HNL, check out the following list:
If you book a round trip, you will get a 10% discount. Reserve your shuttle online or call (877) 242-5777 if you need any additional information.
GO Airport Shuttle also has Honolulu-Oahu shuttle service to offer - whether you need an airport shuttle or a private car to take you your destination, you can rely on them.
- They can take you to Waikiki, Honolulu Cruise Pier, and Diamond Head for $16,
- to Ko Olina hotels for $22.70,
- to the University of Hawaii for $26.50,
- to Ala Moana Shopping Center for $28.10.
The easiest way to book your ride is online, but feel free to call GO Shuttle at 773-363-0001 if you need further assistance.
Fly Shuttle & Tours offers Honolulu Airport transportation to Waikiki and amazing island tours. Their services are available 24/7 to all visitors. You can make a reservation using the website or call them at (808) 260-9766. Their Honolulu Airport transfers to Waikiki cost only $10.
Rideshare / Uber Honolulu Airport
Uber is the only app-based company available in Honolulu, and it can take you from Daniel K. Inouye Airport to Waikiki in no time. However, this is not one of the most affordable Honolulu Airport Transfers; airport shuttles are usually cheaper.
- Uber rates from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki hotels range from $21 to $37.
Where is the pickup location at Honolulu Airport?
Uber drivers pick up passengers on the ground level of Terminal 1, between baggage claim carousels 8 and 9, or on the second level outside Lobby 8. (See the map here.)
Honolulu Airport Taxi
Taxi service is probably one of the fastest Honolulu Airport transfers, and you can easily find a taxi rank on the center median fronting the terminal baggage claim area. On the other hand, taxi cabs are more expensive than airport shuttles and buses, so choose your transportation option wisely if you’re trying to reduce your expenses.
- AMPCO Express is the official taxi company authorized to operate at HNL Airport. The taxi fare from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki is approximately $40-45.
Note that there is a baggage charge as well, and you have to pay 50 cents per bag.
If you have any questions, feel free to call AMPCO at (808) 861-8294.
Public Transportation
The City & County of Honolulu provides public bus transportation (The Bus) which is operating to and from Honolulu Airport, and it is by far the cheapest airport shuttle transfer you could find. So, if you want to cut your costs and you don’t have a lot of luggage, use one of the three routes that serve HNL:
- Route No. 19 - the eastbound route runs to Kalihi Kai, downtown Honolulu, the Honolulu Civic Center, Ala Moana Shopping Center, and finally Waikiki;
- Route No. 20 - the eastbound route is the same; the westbound route runs to the Arizona Memorial, Aloha Stadium, Aiea, and finally Pearlridge Shopping Center;
- Route No. 31 - to Kalihi Transit Center.
The buses have numerous departures from HNL Airport every day, and you can find the shuttle bus stops / departure locations on the second level roadway (along the center median).
The bus fares are very affordable:
- the one-way fare for adults is only $2.50;
- the one-way fare for children and students (6-17) is $1.25.
Rental Cars
This is probably the most convenient Honolulu Airport transfer. If you rent a car at HNL, you will be able to explore beautiful Oahu island at your own pace. You can find registration counters in the Baggage Claim area. On-airport rental offices are situated on the ground level of the Parking Garage at Terminal 2. There is courtesy shuttle service, and stops are along the center median on the ground level.
See the lists below to find out all rental agencies at Honolulu Oahu Airport and their contact information:
A Different Ride for Each Budget
Shared Shuttle
Shared Ride Shuttle service is the most economical way to and from the airport yet very convenient and efficient.
Private Cars/Limos/Vans
Book a private car, van or limo when you need direct, exclusive service to and from the airport.
