808 Area Code
Covers Honolulu and nearby communities in Hawaii.
(808) 555-0142Area code 808 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 808, centered on Honolulu, Hawaii
21.3069, -157.8583
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 808 coverage map — centered on Honolulu. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
If you are trying to place Honolulu, HI on the map, area code 808 is the one that covers it. It reaches roughly 1.4 million people across places such as Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua, Kaneohe and more. The region observes Hawaii time, so a number like (808) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. 808 is the single area code for the entire state of Hawaii, covering every island since 1957. It is not currently paired with an overlay code. Local calls inside the 808 area can generally be placed with ten digits, and you do not need a leading 1 for domestic calls. Keep reading for the current local time in Honolulu, a map of the 808 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 808 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 808
Cities & neighborhoods
- Honolulu
- Hilo
- Kailua
- Kaneohe
- Waipahu
- Pearl City
- Kahului
- Lihue
Counties
- Honolulu County
- Hawaii County
- Maui County
- Kauai County
Looking for the broader picture? See all Hawaii area codes.
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 808’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
808 has no overlay code right now.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
No neighboring codes listed.
Is a call from 808 a scam?
The 808 area around Honolulu sees heavy tourism and seasonal traffic, and scam calls here often pose as hotels, travel bookings, timeshares or 'prize' offers. Genuine 808 calls come from local businesses and residents. Because a familiar area code can be spoofed by anyone, don't assume a 808 call is trustworthy just because it looks local.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 808 number from abroad
Every 808 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 808 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 808 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 808 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 808 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 808 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 808 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
Check any US or Canada number to see whether it's a working line, which carrier it sits on, whether it's mobile, landline or VoIP, and roughly where it's registered.
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Area code 808: frequently asked questions
Where is the 808 area code located?
The 808 area code is located in Hawaii, centered on Honolulu. It covers Honolulu County, Hawaii County, Maui County, Kauai County and nearby communities including Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua, Kaneohe, Waipahu, Pearl City.
What time zone is 808 in?
Area code 808 is in the Hawaii time zone (UTC-10 (HST, no DST)). You can see the exact current local time for Honolulu on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 808?
Cities and areas that use 808 include Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua, Kaneohe, Waipahu, Pearl City. Its primary city is Honolulu, HI.
Do I need to dial 1 before 808?
You generally do not need to dial a leading 1 for domestic calls to 808. Ten-digit dialing (the 808 code plus the seven-digit number) is the safest habit.
Is 808 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 808 is a normal geographic area code for Honolulu, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 808 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 808?
Area code 808 does not currently have an overlay code; it is not layered on top of another code in the same area.