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Honolulu International Airport
NameHonolulu International Airport
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OwnerState of Hawaii
OperatorHawaii Department of Transportation
City-servedHonolulu
LocationHonolulu County, Hawaii
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Coordinates21, 19, 07, N...
Websitehttps://airports.hawaii.gov/hnl/
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Stat-year2023
Stat1-headerTotal passengers
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Stat2-headerAircraft operations
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Honolulu International Airport is the primary aviation gateway for the State of Hawaii and the Pacific region. Owned and operated by the Hawaii Department of Transportation, it serves as a major hub for both domestic and international travel, connecting the islands with North America, Asia, and Oceania. The facility is a critical economic engine for Honolulu and functions as a key transpacific cargo and passenger nexus.

History

The airport's origins trace to 1927 when it opened as John Rodgers Airport, named for the pioneering United States Navy commander. Its strategic importance grew rapidly with the expansion of Pan American World Airways and its famed China Clipper flying boat service. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor and the entry of the United States into World War II, the airfield was significantly expanded by the United States Army Air Forces and renamed Naval Air Station Honolulu. It was redesignated with its current name in 1947 and underwent major terminal expansions in the 1960s and 1970s to accommodate the jet age, spearheaded by architects such as John Graham & Company.

Facilities

The airport complex spans over 4,500 acres and features four active runways, including the lengthy Reef Runway built offshore on coral reef. Its terminals are divided into three main complexes: the Interisland Terminal, the Overseas Terminal, and the Commuter Terminal. Key facilities include the Diamond Head Concourse, the Ewa Concourse, and the Central Concourse, which house gates for major carriers. The airport also contains a large United States Customs and Border Protection federal inspection station and serves as a joint-use facility with the Hickam Air Force Base portion of Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam.

Airlines and destinations

As a major hub, the airport is a primary base for Hawaiian Airlines, which operates extensive interisland 'Ohana service and long-haul flights to destinations like Tokyo and Seoul. Other significant carriers include United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Southwest Airlines, providing connectivity across the United States. International service is offered by airlines such as Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, and Qantas, linking Honolulu with key cities across Asia and the South Pacific.

Statistics

In 2023, the airport handled over 22 million passengers, making it one of the busiest in the United States. It consistently ranks among the top airports for total cargo tonnage, facilitated by carriers like Kalitta Air and UPS Airlines. The facility averages over 280,000 annual aircraft movements, serving as the busiest airport in Hawaii and a critical node in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems. Its operations support a significant portion of the state's tourism industry and export of goods like Hawaiian pineapple.

Accidents and incidents

The airport has witnessed several notable aviation accidents, including the 1983 crash of a Douglas DC-8 operated by Arrow Air during a training flight. In 2000, a Boeing 717 operated by Hawaiian Airlines experienced a landing gear malfunction but landed safely. Perhaps the most historically significant incident was the involvement of its runways during the attack on Pearl Harbor, when Imperial Japanese Navy aircraft targeted facilities at Hickam Field. The National Transportation Safety Board has investigated multiple occurrences at or near the airport.

Ground transportation

Passenger access is provided via several major roadways, including the Nimitz Highway and the Interstate H-1. Public bus service is operated by TheBus, offering routes to Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. Numerous private shuttle and taxi companies, along with app-based rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, are available. The airport is also a short distance from the Honolulu High-Capacity Transit Corridor Project (Skyline), with future connections planned, and features extensive rental car facilities managed by companies like Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz.

Category:Airports in Hawaii Category:Transportation in Honolulu County, Hawaii Category:Airports established in 1927