Hilo International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 33m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Hilo International Airport
Hilo International Airport, formerly General Lyman Field, is a regional airport located in Hilo, Hawaii, United States. Owned and operated by the Hawaii Department of Transportation, the airport serves windward (eastern) Hawaiʻi island including the districts of Hilo, Hāmākua and Kaʻū, and Puna. It is one of two international airports serving Hawaiʻi island, the other being Kona International Airport on the leeward (western) side.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PHTONOTAMs
PHTOReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 9,800 ft / 2,987 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 03 / 21▸ displaced | 5,600 ft / 1,707 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.400 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | HONOLULU RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (2)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 11 of 13 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HILO CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| HILO CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 18% of observations, averaging 4 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 85% | 728 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 632 ft | |
| Mar | 77% | 683 ft | |
| Apr | 79% | 738 ft | |
| May | 78% | 790 ft | |
| Jun | 80% | 872 ft | |
| Jul | 77% | 967 ft | |
| Aug | 78% | 1,054 ft | |
| Sep | 85% | 1,082 ft | |
| Oct | 84% | 1,004 ft | |
| Nov | 81% | 852 ft | |
| Dec | 82% | 752 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~632–1,082 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hilo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hilo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Hilo International Airport is PHTO, and its IATA code is ITO.
Where is Hilo International Airport located?
Hilo International Airport is medium airport located in Hilo, United States, at an elevation of 38 ft (12 m).
How many runways does Hilo International Airport have?
Hilo International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,800 ft / 2,987 m.
Which airlines fly to Hilo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Hilo International Airport include Hawaiian Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Hilo International Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Hilo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Hilo International Airport in?
Hilo International Airport is in the Pacific/Honolulu time zone (UTC-10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hilo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hilo International Airport is approximately 9.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hilo International Airport?
The nearest airport to Hilo International Airport is Mountain View Airstrip (HI23), about 11.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Upper Paauilo Airstrip and Cooper Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hilo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.