Understand Hawaii Area Codes: What You Should Know in 2025

Have you ever wondered what the 808 area code means for Hawaii residents and businesses?

Hawaii is unique in that it has a single area code — 808 — that covers the entire state.

808 Area Code: A Brief Historical Overview

The 808 area code was first established in 1957.

The Wikipedia entry on Hawaii area codes notes that the state’s remote geography made it ideal for a single-code designation.

What Locations Fall Under Hawaii's 808 Area Code?

From the Big Island to smaller islets, 808 covers it all.

• Honolulu
• Maui
• Northernmost major island
• Big Island (Hilo & Kona)
• Molokai and Lanai

Benefits of Having a 808 Phone Number

808 has become a cultural symbol — using it shows your brand respects local identity.

To establish a presence in Hawaii without physically relocating, you can get a cloud-based phone line with Hawaii area code 808.

Setting Up Your Hawaii Business Number

Getting a Hawaii area code is simple and quick. You can:

1. Choose a VoIP provider or cloud telephony service
2. Pick 808 as your desired area code
3. Assign it to your mobile, desktop, or call center

Bling’s VoIP services let you instantly activate a Hawaii-based number, complete with call routing, SMS, and auto attendants.

Who Uses 808 Area Code Today?

• Hotels and travel companies use 808 to gain trust
• Brands wanting to serve Hawaiian customers
• Agents often use 808 to feel local
• Remote workers set up 808 numbers to manage clients locally

Is Someone Calling You From Hawaii?

Not sure who’s calling from a 808 number? Use a reputable reverse lookup tool like Whitepages, TrueCaller, or Nomorobo.

Dialing Tips for the 808 Area Code

Here’s the basic structure for calling a Hawaii number:

1 + 808 + 7-digit local number

For international calls to Hawaii, use your country’s international dialing code, followed by 1 (US country code), 808, and the 7-digit number.

Popular Questions About Hawaii Area Code

Will Hawaii Need a New Area Code?

For now, Hawaii remains one of the few states with a single area code.

Is 808 Right for You or Your Business?

Modern tools like Bling Cloud give you complete flexibility over how you manage Hawaii-based calls.

You’ll gain more than just a number — you’ll gain trust, local visibility, and communication clarity.

Watch: How Hawaii’s Area Code Became Iconic

Watch this video on YouTube that highlights the story and importance of the 808 area code in Hawaii’s culture and business.

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Reference Links:

• NANPA – Area Code Info
• Wikipedia – Hawaii Area Codes
• FCC – Numbering Administration
• Whitepages
• TrueCaller
• Nomorobo
• YouTube: Area Code 808 Story