Hawaii area codes: full list with cities and how to dial
Hawaii has roughly 1.4 million residents, and its phone numbers are organized into 1 area code under the North American Numbering Plan. Hawaii is covered by a single area code, 808, which serves the entire state including Honolulu. Every Hawaii number is dialed as +1, then the three-digit area code, then a seven-digit local number. With Phonecall you can call any Hawaii landline or mobile straight from your browser. There is no app to install, no SIM, and no subscription. You see the per-minute rate before you dial, billing is by the second, and your first call is free.
Call Hawaii from your browserAll Hawaii area codes
1 active geographic area code in service across Hawaii.
| Area code | Primary cities and region | Example number |
|---|---|---|
| 808 | Statewide across all Hawaiian Islands (Honolulu, Hilo, Maui, Kauai) | +1 (808) 555-0100 |
Example numbers use the reserved 555-0100 range and are for illustration only.
How to call Hawaii from abroad
Every Hawaii phone number is part of the +1 North American calling zone. To reach one from outside the United States, dial three parts in order:
- 1. Your exit code, then +1 — the US country code.
- 2. The three-digit area code — for example 808 for the Honolulu area.
- 3. The seven-digit local number.
Example, full international format:
+1 (808) 555-0100
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Why Hawaii has one area code
A single statewide area code (808) serves all islands; ten-digit dialing has been required since 2021.
When a region runs low on available numbers, the phone system adds capacity in one of two ways. A split divides the old region geographically and gives part of it a brand-new area code. An overlay keeps the existing code and layers a second one on top of the same area, which is why a single city can have several area codes and why ten-digit dialing becomes the norm. Either way, the number you dial always stays the same length: +1, the area code, then seven digits.
1
active area code
~1.4 million
residents (approx.)
Honolulu
largest city
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Hawaii area codes: frequently asked questions
What is the main area code for Honolulu?
Honolulu, the largest city in Hawaii, is primarily served by area code 808 (Statewide across all Hawaiian Islands (Honolulu, Hilo, Maui, Kauai)). It is the only area code in Hawaii.
How do I dial a Hawaii number from another country?
Dial your international exit code, then +1 (the US country code), then the three-digit Hawaii area code, then the seven-digit local number. With Phonecall you just enter the number in international format and we connect the call from your browser, from $0.03/min.
How many area codes does Hawaii have?
Hawaii currently has 1 active geographic area code in service. A single statewide area code (808) serves all islands; ten-digit dialing has been required since 2021.