The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has opened 20 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
Located on the ground floor of the International Parking Structure, the OpConnect Level 2 chargers are available to the public on a pay-per-use basis, 24 hours a day.
The chargers use standard J1772 connectors, also known as a J plug or Type 1 connector. Charging rates are US$0.44 (£0.33) per kWh from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and $0.57 (£0.42) per kWh from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m.
EVs are required to be plugged into a charger while parked in one of the designated stalls.
A QR code displayed at the stations will link to the OpConnect mobile app where payment can be made. Standard airport parking rates apply.
The chargers are reportedly part of HDOT’s commitment to expand EV infrastructure to support the state’s transition toward a sustainable transportation future.
The total cost for this project, including the chargers and installation, was $539,000 (£398,000).
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation director Ed Sniffen said: “The new charging stations offer EV drivers a convenient and reliable charging option while at the airport.
“Hawai‘i consistently ranks among the top states for electric vehicle adoption, so it’s important that we continue to invest in charging infrastructure that supports the electrification of our transportation system.”
Achievements and innovations in EV charging infrastructure will be recognised and celebrated at the fourth annual CiTTi Awards on 25 November 2025 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. Visit www.cittiawards.co.uk to learn more about this unmissable event for the UK’s transportation sector!
