Each of the five main Hawaiian Islands has its own distinct character and must-see attractions. Depending on the length of your stay, consider hopping to at least one other island to see more of this amazing state.

Cruise ships and ferries can deliver you to many Hawaii cities, but the fastest way to island hop is by jet or propeller aircraft. Air travel from Honolulu to any of the state's commercial-service airports is a quick trip, with the following approximate flight times for direct routes:

• Honolulu to Kahului (Maui): 35 minutes
• Honolulu to Kapalua (Maui): 35 minutes
• Honolulu to Hilo (Big Island of Hawaii): 46 minutes
• Honolulu to Kona (Big Island of Hawaii): 41 minutes
• Honolulu to Lihu'e (Kauai): 35 minutes
• Honolulu to Ho'olehua (Molokai): 25 minutes
• Honolulu to Lanai City (Lanai): 30 minutes

If you're ISLAND HOPPING, we recommend spending a minimum amount of time exploring the many sights of each island:
• Oahu - 3 full days
• Maui - 2 full days
• Big Island - 3 full days
• Kauai - 2 full days
• Molokai - 2 full days
• Lanai - 2 full days