Hawaii Travel Deals

Hawaii is rich in sunny climes, stunning ocean vistas, scenic hiking trails and much more. There, you will experience the romance and exhilaration of memorable getaways across the archipelago’s six main islands: Maui, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii Island—aka the Big Island. And there’s a Hawaii vacation package to fit virtually any budget and leisure preference.

From surfing in Maui to whalewatching in Kauai (above), Hawaii is a destination filled with activities that imprint themselves on any traveler. Check out the hallowed Pearl Harbor on Oahu, where visitors can remember those who gave their lives in combat, and then explore battleships and browse the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. For thrill seekers, adventure awaits. Scale volcanoes like Kilauea along the southeastern shore of Hawaii Island, chase waterfalls on the slopes of Mauna Kea in Kailua-Kona or kayak to the Mokulua Islands off Lanikai Beach. And after a full day of activities, bask in the surf and sun on the remote shores of Kauai and Maui.

One-week vacation packages from Chicago O’Hare to Honolulu typically range from $1,631 per person to $4,009 per person. From Charlotte, NC, to Maui, expect to pay $2,488 per person to $4,491 per person. (Locations and rates are based on travel from June 6 to June 13, 2024, booked six months in advance.)

Hawaii travel deals: resorts and spas

Hawaii is an Eden of rest and relaxation. Quench your yearning for a respite of mind, body and soul with an enticing selection of resort and spa experiences. AAA Members can save on many of the world’s best hotels.

Want to take in the urban waterfront magic of Waikiki Beach? Book an unforgettable stay at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort and indulge in the full-service spa, five outdoor swimming pools, a water slide and a rejuvenating sauna. Grab refreshments at one of the resort’s six lounges, or dine at Rainbow Lanai, one of the destination’s nine restaurants. During downtime, make yourself at home in one of the 2,860 guest rooms, which all feature refrigerators and flat-screen televisions.

Or immerse yourself in the stunning scenic luxury of Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui just steps from the warm aquamarine waters of the Pacific. This resort features stylish comfort and ocean-inspired decor. Reinvigorate in the cooling waters of five resort pools showcasing the longest hotel water slide in Hawaii. Amenities include a modern fitness center, championship-level golf courses, a reposeful spa and private floating cabanas.

Explore the full portfolio of massages, body treatments and facials at the Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on the island of Kauai. This resort includes five spa tubs, a 24-hour fitness center, a hair salon and delectable international cuisine at Kukui’s, one of the hotel’s four restaurants, on Kalapaki Beach.

For pure restorative luxury, book a 90-minute day spa treatment with Carolina from Massage Maui Style. This five-star experience includes a therapeutic full-body massage that will unlock your occluded energies while the sensuous essences of coconut, lavender and peppermint help restore your mind and body to harmonious balance. 

Hawaii travel deals: airfare

The Hawaiian Islands are accessible from almost anywhere in the mainland United States. You can choose from nonstop and direct flights on a variety of major airlines including Alaska, Delta, United and American to a variety of cities in the Aloha State. Here are a few example destinations and their representative airfares, which are always subject to change.

Round-trip fares from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport during the month of June typically range from $800 to $1,900 per person. If you want to indulge in the tropical pleasures of Maui, expect round-trip fares from Detroit Metropolitan Airport to Kahului Airport to range from $850 to $1,925 per person.

If your ticket to paradise originates from the Tar Heel State in June, round-trip fares from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lihue Airport (Kauai) range from $1080 to $2,290 per person.

Hawaii travel deals: things to do

From national parks to rainforests to renowned golf courses, activities in the Hawaiian archipelago offer a variety of ways to experience the islands’ paradisal essence. Get a bird’s-eye view of the exquisite landscape along the scenic coast of Oahu on a one-hour parasailing adventure from Waikiki. You’ll soar above turquoise waters along the island’s south shore while availing yourself of breathtaking views.

For those craving a truly unique way to experience Hawaii’s luxurious waters, Atlantis Submarines in Kailua-Kona takes travelers beneath the waves on an unforgettable ocean adventure. Aboard cutting-edge battery-powered vessels, you’ll dive 100 feet below the surface to explore Kona’s marine mysteries (above), marked by a spectacular 25-acre natural coral reef garden. You’ll discover how sunken ships combined with natural wonders to create self-sustaining ecosystems that attract and feed a wide variety of marine life.

Did you know that Hawaii is a hot spot for UFO activity? On a truly stellar tour, Galactic Ambassadors lets you scan the evening sky with advanced third-generation military night vision goggles. By adding the Expanded Spiritual UFO Tour, you’ll immerse yourself in a guided meditative journey to connect with galactic entities for an experience that’s out of this world.

If your Hawaii excursion inspires something a bit more seismic, join an experienced volcano guide to explore three of the major craters of Kilauea in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. This one-of-a-kind hiking experience will take you to the steaming crater of Mauna Ulu, across the Kilauea Iki crater floor and within view of the Halema‘uma‘u crater’s lava activity. This day-long Triple Crater Hawaii Volcano Hiking Adventure begins in Puako on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast—one of Hawaii’s best-kept secrets—and includes a deli-style lunch and a local-style dinner.

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The spirit of aloha suffuses Hawaii’s enchanting destinations, rich with extraordinary natural wonders—there’s nowhere else on Earth quite like Hawaii. Its tranquil waters will refresh you; its breathtaking beauty will renew you; its soft breezes will replenish you.