TheBus Route 20 connects the airport to Waikiki in approximately 30–40 minutes for just $3 — the most affordable way to reach the beach on a longer layover.
Things to do at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Daniel K. Inouye International AirportHNL
At the airport
Things to do in Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu is the main gateway to Hawaii — and the open-air terminal design means even the airport has a tropical feel. Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head are just 25–30 minutes away by TheBus public transit or rideshare. The airport itself has limited layover amenities, but local Hawaiian plate lunch options are available.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
- HNL's open-air design means you feel the Hawaiian breeze even inside the terminal. Bring a light layer for air-conditioned gates in the evening.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at HNL
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestIASS Hawaii Lounge
At Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, United States, the IASS Hawaii Lounge is located airside in Terminal 2, making it a convenient airport lounge option once you’ve cleared security and are ready to settle in before your travel continues. To reach the lounge, take the Terminal 2 elevator down to the first floor. You’ll find it on the first floor of the departure level in an area known as the Garden Court, where several lounges are clustered together. This clear, centralized location in the Garden Court helps travelers quickly navigate Terminal 2 and choose a comfortable place to relax before boarding.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.