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Located on the magnificent island of Oahu and nestled in the beauty of Honolulu, Hawaii, the Honolulu International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the United States. As the main hub for the two largest Hawaii-based airlines—Hawaiian Airlines and Aloha Airlines – Honolulu International Airport also serves many major national and international commercial carriers that offer direct flights to American, Asian, and Pacific Rim destinations.Over 200 aircrafts are based at Honolulu International Airport and more than 320,000 aircraft operations—nearly 900 a day—occur annually at the airport. The airport is located five miles from the center of Honolulu and offers flights between the different Hawaiian Island airports as well as internationally. Honolulu International Airport has three terminal buildings and four major runways. It is home to the Reef Runway, the world's first major runway that was constructed completely offshore. Additionally, Honolulu International Airport has two offshore runways designated for use by seaplanes. Within Honolulu International Airport, a variety of amenities are available to visitors such as 24 hour medical services, restaurants, shopping centers and a business center. Short-term and long-term parking structures on the grounds of Honolulu International Airport are available for the convenience of passengers as well.