Car hire Hilo International Airport

Hilo Airport is one of two main airports on Hawai'i Island (Big Island), with most flights arriving here from Honolulu International Airport. Hawaiian Airlines operates flights to Honolulu and Kahului, while go! Mokulele offers flights to just Honolulu. In addition, Continental Airlines provides services to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Visitors to this beautiful volcanic island may want to take advantage of car hire in Hilo Airport to ensure a convenient means of transport for seeing the area.

Hilo Airport facilities

The main passenger terminal has three interconnecting buildings. There are several little gift shops, a restaurant and a cocktail bar. Public parking is available, but no public transport runs to or from the airport. Car rental in Hilo Airport is offered at the front of the main terminal building and is a popular option among tourists.

Hilo Airport excursions

As the island covers half the state area of Hawaii, there is an abundance of things to keep tourists occupied nearby. Around 30 minutes' drive from Hilo is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which is home to the largest volcano in the world (Mauna Loa) and the most active volcano in the world (Kilauea). Another must-see is the spectacular Akaka Falls, which is just 15kms north of Hilo.

Best time to visit

Hilo has a tropical rainforest climate, with heavy rainfall throughout the year making it the third-wettest city in the US. With an average of 275 rainy days per year, you will not pick a dry month to visit, although January and February are the least rainy months. Temperatures are hot all year round, averaging at above 26°C in the daytime throughout the year, with little temperature difference between the hottest and coolest months.

Car rental in Hilo Airport

There are several car rental agencies which operate at Hilo Airport's passenger terminal. These outfits allow travellers to compare car hire online before selecting a vehicle. Hiring a car is by far the most convenient way to see the island's main attractions, although motorists must be prepared to face sudden downpours, which can lead to hazardous conditions at any given time.