Hilo, Hawaii
Hawaii Time Zone (UTC-10) · HI · —
About Area Codes in Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, Hawaii is served by area code 808, which was established in 1957 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Hawaii time zone (UTC-10). All calls to and from Hilo use the 808 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Hilo, Hawaii?
Hilo, Hawaii uses area code 808.
What time zone is Hilo in?
Hilo is in the Hawaii time zone (UTC-10).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Hilo?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Hilo. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 808 created?
Area code 808 was established in 1957 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 808 with Hilo?
Other cities sharing area code 808 with Hilo include Ewa Beach, Honolulu, Kahului, Kailua, Kaneohe, among others.
Hilo, HI · Hawaii Time Zone