Explore Hawaii Area Codes: 808 and Beyond

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.

History of the 808 Area Code in Hawaii

Introduced in 1957, the 808 area code has served Hawaii faithfully for decades.

According to the NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administration), 808 was assigned when Hawaii joined the U.S. numbering plan.

Cities and Islands Covered by the 808 Area Code

Area code 808 serves the entire state of Hawaii including the major islands.

• Capital city of Hawaii
• Maui
• Garden Isle
• Island of Hawaiʻi
• 808 still applies

Why Businesses Choose a Hawaii Area Code

Using an 808 phone number makes your business feel local.

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

How to Get a Hawaii 808 Area Code 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
• Real Estate and Property Rentals
• Remote Work Teams

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.

copyright Hawaii From Other States or Countries

To call Hawaii from within the U.S., simply dial:

1 + 808 + 7-digit local number

For example, from the UK: +1 808 XXX XXXX

808 FAQs: What You Need to Know

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?

Business phone systems 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.

Bonus Video: 808’s Cultural Relevance

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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Sources:

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