How far is Honolulu, HI from ‘Ōma‘o, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Honolulu, HI to ‘Ōma‘o, HI is about 141.4 miles (227.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 113.1 miles (182 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST.
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Road
141.36 mi
02h 56m · estimated
Flight
113.08 mi
181.99 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
113.08 mi
Kilometers
181.99 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
141.36 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
227.49 km
Drive Time
02h 56m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in ‘Ōma‘o
Sun, Apr 19, 9:50 AM HST
Return by in Honolulu
Sun, Apr 19, 12:46 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Honolulu
2026-04-19T06:54
Arrive ‘Ōma‘o
Sun, Apr 19, 9:50 AM HST
Route Timing
02h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:56 AM to 12:56 PM HST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:38 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Honolulu
9:30 PM HST
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Mākaha
HI

Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America

From Honolulu
56.5 mi
01h 28m
To ‘Ōma‘o
84.8 mi
01h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 5:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph E
Destination
82°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
5 mph E

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Step-by-step road directions between Honolulu and ‘Ōma‘o.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.3 mi
113.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mākaha
01h 28m from Honolulu
Leave By
12:38 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Honolulu and Slight Chance Rain Showers near ‘Ōma‘o.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Honolulu to ‘Ōma‘o?

The road trip is about 141.4 miles (227.5 km) and usually takes 02h 56m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Mākaha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.5 miles from Honolulu and 84.8 miles from ‘Ōma‘o.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 113.1 miles (182 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:38 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.71 one way or $49.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Honolulu and Slight Chance Rain Showers near ‘Ōma‘o.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Honolulu and ‘Ōma‘o. Straight-line distance: 113.08 mi (181.99 km).

Honolulu

#1 Honolulu

The most populous city in Hawaii and the center of the Honolulu metropolitan area.

Population371,657
Coordinates21.3069400, -157.8583300
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
‘Ōma‘o

#2 ‘Ōma‘o

City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population1,301
Coordinates21.9258100, -159.4881800
Altitude138
CountryUnited States
Start: Honolulu (-157.85833, 21.30694)
End: ‘Ōma‘o (-159.48818, 21.92581)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 227 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.99 gal
18.88 L · about $24.71
Round trip
$49.41
9.98 gal · 37.76 L
Estimated CO2
44.3 kg one way
Round trip: 88.7 kg / 196 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $24.71 $49.41
Mid-grade $5.34 $26.64 $53.27
Premium $5.57 $27.77 $55.55
Diesel $6.37 $31.77 $63.53

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

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There is no time difference between Honolulu and ‘Ōma‘o. The current time is 06:54:06.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.