Frequently Asked Questions | Aloha Hawaiian Vacations (2024)

FAQs

How many days are ideal for Hawaii trip? ›

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.

There is not a bad time to visit or take a travel nursing assignment in Hawaii. If you value smaller crowds and lower prices, you may enjoy the shoulder season. If you want to see the whales, January or February would be good fits. If you want to avoid the rainy season, try May through September.

The best time to visit Hawaii is between March and September. This is when the islands see the highest temperatures and the lowest amount of rain. It's the perfect time to enjoy the beach or the water.

Documents for travel to/from Hawaii and within the Hawaiian Islands are the same for any other U.S. state. If you are flying to Hawai'i within the United States, you only need a valid government photo ID. A list of accepted forms of ID can be found on the TSA website.

Oahu is the best Hawaiian island to visit for first-timers who want to experience a bit of everything. Oahu is bucket-list worthy because there's just so much to do. Think of it as the sampler island. You can get a bit of culture, relax on the beaches, party it up in Waikiki or do it all.

Cheap flights to Hawaii

The cheapest time to fly to Hawaii is during February and March. The most expensive month to fly is December when the holiday period falls, with January being very expensive as well.

Hawaii's rainy season lasts from October to March, with Hawaii's rainiest month being December.

Although Hawaii's rainy season is November through March, showers can fall anytime, mostly on the windward (northeastern) side of the Islands.

If you're planning a trip to Hawaii, the earlier you plan, the better. While there always might be last-minute deals that pop up, they are few and far between. Booking in advance means you can shop around for the best hotel or vacation rental price. We suggest planning six months in advance for your trip.

What is the hottest month to go to Hawaii? ›

Hawaii's warmest months are not June and July, but August and September. Its coolest months, are not December and January, but February and March, reflecting the seasonal lag in the oceans's temperature.

The smaller islands of Hawaii that are open to visitors are Lanai and Molokai. Lanai has three hotels (two of which are luxurious Four Seasons Resorts) for overnight visits, but it's also a popular day trip option from Maui by ferry or plane. Molokai is the least-visited Hawaiian island.

First-time visitors to Hawaii should consider activities such as snorkeling at Molokini Crater, visiting Pearl Harbor on Oahu, exploring the Na Pali Coast on Kauai, and taking a circle island tour on the Big Island. These activities offer unique experiences and breathtaking views.

Customs Information

Customs Declaration Form. This form is required from all arriving passengers and crew, even if you have nothing to declare. One customs form may cover multiple persons as long as they are from the same household. Any type of dutiable good, food, plant or animal product must be declared.

If you wish to discover the island as a whole, we recommend that you stay at least 5 days so that you have time to enjoy its various attractions and go on a few hikes. If you prefer to make only a quick stop to get an idea of life in Honolulu and do only the essentials, 3 days may be enough.

Are 7 days enough for Hawaii? Yes, one week in Hawaii is enough time to get to enjoy the beauty and culture. In fact, depending on which activities you're interested in, you may have enough time to explore two islands.

While you shouldn't expect to experience everything Hawaii has to offer in a mere seven days, a week is certainly enough time to fit in some amazing highlights.

How Many Days In Hawaii? You would need a minimum of 4-5 days to cover each of the above islands individually (excluding the roundtrip flight). If you really want to relax, I would recommend spending 7 – 10 days as these islands have plenty to offer!