How long should your Hawaiian Vacation be?
How Long Does It Take to Go to Hawaii By Plane?
When planning your trip it’s important to consider how many hours it takes to travel in Hawaii. The travel time to Hawaii depends on where you’re coming from, but most flights from the U.S. mainland take between 5 to 12 hours. If you’re flying from the West Coast—Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle—you can expect a direct flight of about 5 to 6 hours. From cities in the Midwest, like Chicago or Dallas, flights usually take 7 to 9 hours. If you’re traveling from the East Coast—New York, Boston, or Miami—expect a longer journey of 10 to 12 hours, often with a layover. International travelers, particularly from Asia or Australia, may have flight times ranging from 8 to 15 hours depending on their departure city.
Regardless of where you’re coming from, it’s important to factor in layovers, time zone differences (Hawaii Standard Time is 2-6 hours behind the mainland U.S.), and jet lag when planning your trip. Arriving well-rested and giving yourself time to adjust will help you make the most of your Hawaiian vacation.
How Many Days Should You Spend in Hawaii?
While many vacations are five to seven days long, we recommend staying for at least 10 days to enjoy your Hawaiian vacation. The time change is difficult to adjust to at first and takes about 3 days to get fully acclimated. So, allowing a couple days to get over the jet lag is important. With two days of travel, it is great to have 8 or more full days to explore the island you’re staying on. 
If you are looking to hike, snorkel, or camp, we recommend taking even 14 days for your vacation. If you are just looking to enjoy the hotel or resort you are staying in and plan on being around the pool most days, 10 days is probably sufficient.
The first few days of your vacation should be slow-paced, as you may feel the effects of the time difference as well as traveling. Find local eats close by, enjoy the pools and beaches, and sip on some Mai Tais. Once you are feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, come zipline with us on Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island!
Add us to your list of adventures! You will not be disappointed with the jaw-dropping views, exhilarating courses, and interesting facts. Take another day to go on a snorkel adventure on a boat, go whale watching during the winter months, or go hiking. There are numerous ways to see Hawaii and experience the unique culture and microclimates, but you will definitely want 10 days or more to take it all in!
About the Author: Skyline Eco-Adventures is the United States’ Original zipline company. With zipline tours on the islands of Kauai and Maui, Skyline Eco-Adventures has an adventure for every visitor. For more info or to make your reservation today, visit: www.skylinehawaii.com. 