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Cruises from Honolulu, HI

Hawaii inter-island & Pacific

From $1,060 per person · 42 itineraries available · (372 sailings)

Start or end a cruise at Honolulu's Pier 2 — the hub for Hawaii inter-island sailings and longer Pacific voyages. Pair Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, and Oahu resorts with a week exploring Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island by sea.

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Why cruise from Honolulu?

A few reasons cruisers keep sailing from here.

  • Hawaii inter-island without constant packing — unpack once, visit multiple islands
  • Waikiki and HNL airport are minutes away — classic Hawaii pre/post stays
  • Seasonal Pacific sailings — repositioning to Alaska, Tahiti, or the U.S. West Coast
  • Distinctive itineraries — volcano views, luau ports, and Napali Coast sail-bys
  • Fly-here cruise for mainlanders — pair one island stay with a 7-night loop

Getting there

Airports, drives, and transfer tips for embarkation day.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) is 10 miles — 20 minutes to Waikiki or the pier
  • Most mainland guests fly in — allow a full day before embarkation for jet lag
  • Rideshare and taxis serve Pier 2; many hotels offer pier transfers
  • Renting a car pre-cruise helps explore Oahu before you sail

Terminals & parking

Cruise ships use Pier 2 (Foreign Trade Zone) near Aloha Tower. Parking is limited — many guests use hotel shuttles or rideshare. Confirm pier and check-in details — Honolulu operations differ from mainland ports.

Best time to cruise from Honolulu

Hawaii cruises run year-round with warm port weather. Inter-island sailings are steady on Norwegian's Pride of America. Repositioning cruises cluster spring and fall.

Mainland guests should book airfare early — HNL is a long haul from most U.S. cities. Allow a pre-cruise day to adjust to island time.

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