Lounges, facilities and services at HNL Airport

 Vip Lounges at Honolulu airport (HNL)

  Which VIP lounges are at Honolulu airport (HNL) and how to access them

A wide selection of airline and independent VIP lounges are available across the terminals, providing quiet relaxation, refreshments, and workspace before boarding.

Terminal 1

Hawaiian Airlines Premier Club

Location: Second level, adjacent to gate A18.

Hours: 5:00 am to 10:00 pm (weekends from 6:00 am).

Amenities: Light snacks, non-alcoholic drinks, coffee, newspapers, high-speed Wi-Fi, televisions.

Access: Hawaiian Airlines first class passengers on interisland flights, Pualani Platinum and Pualani Gold elite members, or Hawaiian Airlines Premier Club members.

The Plumeria Lounge

Location: Third level, post-security.

Hours: 6:30 am to 10:00 pm.

Amenities: Gourmet hot and cold snacks, craft beers and wines, Wi-Fi, reading materials, air conditioning.

Access: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or Diners Club cardholders; Hawaiian Airlines business class travelers on international or transpacific mainland routes; Pualani Platinum members; or pay-at-the-door entry (approx. USD 40.00 subject to capacity).

Terminal 2

ANA Lounge

Location: Level 3, above gate C4.

Hours: 8:30 am until departure of the final ANA flight.

Amenities: Japanese and Western buffet dining, full bar service, Wi-Fi, nursing room, apron views, direct boarding access to the Airbus A380 upper deck.

Access: All Nippon Airways and Star Alliance first and business class travelers; Diamond Service, Platinum Service, Super Flyers Card, or Star Alliance Gold members; United Club and Maple Leaf Club members.

Delta Sky Club

Location: Across from gate F1.

Hours: 5:45 am to 10:00 pm.

Amenities: Fresh hot and cold buffet, hosted bar, power charging hubs, Wi-Fi, periodicals.

Access: Delta Sky Club members; Delta One passengers; SkyTeam first and business class passengers; SkyTeam Elite Plus members; eligible American Express Platinum and Delta SkyMiles Reserve cardholders flying on Delta.

IASS Hawaii Lounge

Location: Ground floor cultural garden area beneath Concourse E (near gates 14-23).

Hours: 7:30 am to 1:30 pm and 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Amenities: Complimentary soft drinks, computer stations, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, reading materials.

Access: Priority Pass, DragonPass, LoungeKey, and Diners Club members; select qualifying Japanese credit card holders (JCB, UC, etc.).

JAL Sakura Lounge / American Airlines Admirals Club

Location: Third level, above central lobby opposite security checkpoint 3.

Hours: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Amenities: Dining buffet with Japanese curry and local dishes, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, work areas, Wi-Fi, airfield views.

Access: Japan Airlines, American Airlines, and oneworld first or business class passengers; JAL Global Club, Admirals Club, Alaska Lounge+ members; oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members.

KAL Lounge

Location: First floor, near gates 24 and 25 (garden concourse).

Hours: 8:45 am to 11:05 am (aligned with Korean Air flight operations).

Amenities: Snacks, beverages, Wi-Fi, workstations, TV.

Access: Korean Air first and Prestige class travelers; SKYPASS Million Miler, Morning Calm Premium, and SkyTeam Elite Plus members.

LeaLea Airport Lounge

Location: First floor departures concourse, near gate C4.

Hours: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Amenities: Soft drinks, packaged snacks, kids' play area, baby diaper changing counter, Wi-Fi.

Access: Tour package customers (H.I.S./LeaLea) or single-visit door passes (approx. USD 43.00).

Qantas International Business Lounge

Location: Ground level, near gate E1.

Hours: 6:00 am to 11:00 am on scheduled departure days.

Amenities: Hot and cold food selection, Australian wines and beers, Wi-Fi, PC terminals.

Access: Qantas, Emirates, and oneworld business class passengers; Qantas Club, Frequent Flyer Platinum and Gold members; Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members; oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members.

United Club

Location: Level 3 of Diamond Head Concourse G, above gates G2 and G3.

Hours: 6:00 am to 11:00 pm.

Amenities: Buffet dining, bar with draft beers and cocktails, Wi-Fi, conference areas, airfield views.

Access: United Polaris or Star Alliance premium cabin flyers; United Club or Maple Leaf Club members; Star Alliance Gold members; active-duty U.S. military personnel traveling in uniform or on orders.

USO Center

Location: Ground level of Terminal 2, between baggage claims 19 and 20.

Hours: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Amenities: Free meals and refreshments, shower facilities, library, kids' play section, computers, Wi-Fi, rest recliners.

Access: Active U.S. military members and their immediate families.

 Facilities and other services

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport features comprehensive services and passenger amenities designed to ensure a smooth, comfortable travel journey across all three terminals.

Finance & Connectivity

• ATMs: Located throughout public and secure departure areas in Terminals 1 and 2 (First Hawaiian Bank, Bank of Hawaii).
• Currency Exchange: Bureaux de change booths in the international arrivals building and the central boarding area of Terminal 2.
• Free Wi-Fi: Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi available across all terminals by connecting to the airport's official wireless network.
• Device Charging: Integrated power outlets and USB charging stations located in gate seating areas and designated business tables.

Dining

Food choices are abundant, with the heaviest concentration in Terminal 2. Options include a central food court, sit-down restaurants, sports pubs (such as Atrium Bar), local Hawaiian specialties (Makai Plantation), grab-and-go outlets, and international coffee chains (Starbucks). Terminal 1 offers cafes and pizza spots in its concourses, while Terminal 3 features quick snack counters. Vending machines dispensing snacks and drinks are available 24/7 across all terminals.

Shopping & Duty-Free

Duty-free shopping (DFS Galleria) is available in Terminal 2's central concourse for passengers on outbound international flights. Retailers also feature authentic island souvenirs (Honolulu Cookie Company, fresh tropical flowers, and traditional lei stands), beach apparel, electronics, reading material, and convenience sundries.

Luggage Services

• Luggage Storage: Provided by Smarte Carte on the ground level of Terminal 2, opposite baggage carousel 18, operating daily from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm.
• Baggage Carts: Available for a rental fee throughout departures and domestic baggage claim areas; provided complimentary in the international arrivals hall.
• Lost and Found: Managed by the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation on the ground level of the Terminal 2 parking garage, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Tel +1 808 836 6683).

Additional Amenities

• Cultural Gardens: Landscaped open-air courtyards celebrating Hawaiian, Chinese, and Japanese heritage located on the ground level of Terminal 2, offering relaxing outdoor spaces during layovers.
• Nursing Facilities: Private nursing pods (Mamava) and family rooms located post-security in both main terminals.
• Medical & First Aid: On-site emergency first aid response available through airport operations.
• Water Refill Stations: Drinking fountains and bottle fill points situated near gate clusters.
• Smoking Areas: Permitted only in designated exterior outdoor zones curbside, well away from terminal access doors.