Merrie Monarch travelers advised to check flights, get to airport early
STAR-ADVERTISER / APRIL 25, 2025
Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leinã ala is led by Kumu Leinã’ala Pavao Jardin. In this mele, the fantastic colours, lights and equipment of the Kilauea Lighthouse are celebrated. throughout the Merrie Monarch hula competition at Edith Kanakaole Stadium, in April 2025. State officers are urging interisland travelers to get to the airport early this week if heading to Hilo for the Merrie Monarch Festival.
State officers are urging interisland travelers to get to the airport early this week if heading to Hilo for the Merrie Monarch Festival.
The week-long competition, which started Easter Sunday, is anticipated to draw 1000’s of members to Hawaii island, growing passenger quantity, in accordance to the Hawaii Department of Transportation. At the identical time, climate forecasters have issued a flash flood watch between now and Friday, warning of heavy rains introduced on by one other storm.
“HDOT advises travelers to arrive at the airport at least two hours prior to their scheduled flight departure to allow sufficient time to park, check in and get through security,” the division mentioned in a information launch. “Travelers should also check with their airline on flight status, including any delays, gate assignments and baggage claim areas.”
A technician shall be on standby at Hilo International Airport in case of any technical points with the screening tools.
This Sunday, extra workers, together with state sheriff canine groups, may also be available to assist with baggage screening as travelers depart from Hilo.
DOT additionally mentioned it’s making ready airports for storm situations by securing free tools and ramps, clearing airfield drains and retailers to stop flooding, and fueling and charging automobiles and turbines.
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Additionally, air journey might probably be impacted by Kilauea’s subsequent episode of lava fountaining, which is forecast to occur someday between now and April 15.
Hawaiian Airlines, Big Island Candies and Waiakea will provide a complimentary shuttle bus for passengers to store on the Merrie Monarch Invitational Hawaiian Fair on the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium on Thursday and Friday.
The shuttles will run constantly from 8 am to 6 pm, with stops on the Hilo airport check-in space and baggage declare.
State officers are additionally reminding travelers departing from Hilo or Kona that each one ohia flowers, leaves and plant elements have to be left on Hawaii island due to quarantine rules which can be in place to cut back the unfold of fast ohia demise.
