Lihue Airport (LIH)
Lihue, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
PHLI
IATA
LIH
Elevation
153 ft
Region
US-HI
Local Time
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GPS Code: PHLI
Local Code: LIH
Location: 21.976° N, -159.339005° E
Continent: Oceania
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Lihue Airport (LIH) offers 40 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, Aloha Cargo and others. Popular destinations from Lihue include Daniel K Inouye Intl, Los Angeles Intl, Sacramento Intl, Harry Reid Intl and Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl At Keahole.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Daniel K Inouye Intl (HNL) 7
- Los Angeles Intl (LAX) 4
- Sacramento Intl (SMF) 2
- Harry Reid Intl (LAS) 2
- Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl At Keahole (KOA) 2
- Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) 2
- San Francisco Int'l (SFO) 2
- Kahului (OGG) 2
- Ontario Intl (ONT) 2
- Vancouver Int'l (YVR) 1
- San Bernardino Intl (SBD) 1
- San Jose Int'l (SJC) 1
Newly Discovered
- Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) new
- Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) new
- Harry Reid Intl (LAS) new
- Daniel K Inouye Intl (HNL) new
- Denver Intl (DEN) new
- Ellison Onizuka Kona Intl At Keahole (KOA) new
- San Diego Intl (SAN) new
- Oakland Intl (OAK) new
- Kahului (OGG) new
- San Bernardino Intl (SBD) new
- Sacramento Intl (SMF) new
- Los Angeles Intl (LAX) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Lihue AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hawaiian Airlines
HAL
/ HA
|
5 | 343 | 5 | Feb 4, 2026 |
Southwest
SWA
/ WN
|
4 | 118 | 4 | Feb 4, 2026 |
|
Aloha Cargo
AAH
/ KH
|
1 | 74 | 1 | Feb 2, 2026 |
Alaska Airlines
ASA
/ AS
|
6 | 57 | 6 | Feb 4, 2026 |
Delta Air Lines
DAL
/ DL
|
2 | 28 | 2 | Feb 4, 2026 |
United
UAL
/ UA
|
3 | 24 | 3 | Feb 4, 2026 |
|
Corporate Air
CPT
|
1 | 22 | 1 | Oct 8, 2025 |
American Airlines
AAL
/ AA
|
2 | 19 | 2 | Feb 4, 2026 |
United Parcel Service
UPS
/ 5X
|
1 | 14 | 1 | Feb 2, 2026 |
Air Transport International, Inc.
ATN
/ 8C
|
4 | 10 | 4 | Jan 30, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
03/21 |
6500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
17/35 |
6500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.2 MHz |
| CNTR | HONOLULU CNTR | 126.5 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.9 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RCO | HONOLULU | 122.6 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.9 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available curbside, just outside the baggage claim area. These metered services offer a convenient option for direct travel to nearby hotels and resorts, though they can be a more expensive choice for longer distances across the island.
Rental Cars
All major rental car companies (including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National) serve Lihue Airport. Free courtesy shuttles are located across the street from the terminal to take you to the off-site rental car facilities. Renting a car is the most popular and flexible way to explore Kauai; booking well in advance is highly recommended.
Public Transportation
The Kauaʻi Bus offers public transit service with a stop located at the airport. It is the most economical option, but it operates on a limited schedule with specific routes. Passengers should be aware of restrictions on luggage size and quantity, which may make it less convenient for travelers with multiple bags.