Super Bowl Time in Hawaii: What Time Is It On?

By Sarah Miller · March 26, 2050

The Super Bowl kickoff time in Hawaii is typically around 7:30 PM Hawaii Standard Time (HST) on the day of the event, which usually falls on the first Sunday in February. Due to Hawaii's location in the HST time zone (UTC-10), it airs significantly earlier than in mainland U.S. time zones. For example, while the game starts at 6:30 PM Eastern Time, it begins at 12:30 AM UTC and 7:30 PM HST the previous day due to the International Date Line and time zone differences.

Understanding Super Bowl Broadcast Times in Hawaii

Hawaii residents experience the Super Bowl at a more convenient local hour compared to the East Coast, despite the game being played on a Sunday evening continental U.S. time. Because of the time difference, the game airs live on a Saturday evening locally in Hawaii.

Why the Super Bowl Airs on a Saturday in Hawaii

The Super Bowl is always scheduled for the first Sunday in February at 6:30 PM Eastern Time (ET). However, due to the large time gap between the East Coast and Hawaii:

Hawaii is 5 hours behind Pacific Time (PT) and 6 hours behind Mountain Time (MT).
Hawaii is 10 hours behind Eastern Time (ET).
When it’s 6:30 PM on Sunday in New York, it’s only 8:30 AM on Sunday in Hawaii.
But because of how live broadcasts are transmitted globally, the game airs live at 7:30 PM HST on the preceding Saturday.

This unusual scheduling quirk means fans in Hawaii technically watch the Super Bowl on a Saturday evening, even though the game is played on Sunday U.S. mainland time.

Super Bowl LIX Schedule Overview

For Super Bowl LIX in 2025, the game is set for Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kickoff is expected at 6:30 PM ET. Below is a detailed breakdown of broadcast times across major U.S. time zones, including Hawaii.

Time Zone	Local Kickoff Time	UTC Equivalent
Eastern Time (ET)	6:30 PM, Sunday, Feb 9	23:30 UTC, Feb 9
Central Time (CT)	5:30 PM, Sunday, Feb 9	23:30 UTC, Feb 9
Mountain Time (MT)	4:30 PM, Sunday, Feb 9	23:30 UTC, Feb 9
Pacific Time (PT)	3:30 PM, Sunday, Feb 9	23:30 UTC, Feb 9
Hawaii Standard Time (HST)	7:30 PM, Saturday, Feb 8	05:30 UTC, Feb 9
Alaska Time (AKST)	2:30 PM, Sunday, Feb 9	23:30 UTC, Feb 9

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The table clearly shows that while all continental U.S. broadcasts occur on Sunday, February 9, 2025, viewers in Hawaii will watch the game live on Saturday, February 8, at 7:30 PM HST. This is due to Hawaii’s position west of the International Date Line relative to UTC, causing a one-day reversal in live event timing.

How to Watch the Super Bowl in Hawaii

Residents of Hawaii can watch the Super Bowl through several platforms:

Local Broadcast TV: The game is aired on major networks like CBS, NBC, or Fox on a rotating basis. In 2025, Super Bowl LIX will be broadcast on NBC and streamed via Peacock.
Streaming Services: Platforms such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, and Sling TV carry the broadcast network and offer DVR functionality.
NFL+ App: Mobile streaming is available through the NFL app for those who want to watch on smartphones or tablets.
International Streaming: Some fans use virtual private networks (VPNs) to access U.S.-based streams if traveling abroad.

Common Questions About the Super Bowl in Hawaii

What time does the Super Bowl start in Hawaii?

The Super Bowl typically starts at 7:30 PM Hawaii Standard Time (HST) on what appears to be Saturday night locally, even though the game is played on Sunday in the continental U.S.

Why does the Super Bowl air on Saturday in Hawaii?

Due to the 10-hour time difference between Eastern Time and Hawaii Standard Time, when the game starts at 6:30 PM ET on Sunday, it’s only 12:30 PM HST on Sunday. However, live broadcasts are scheduled to air in the evening, so Hawaiian networks show it at 7:30 PM HST on Saturday.

Is the Super Bowl live in Hawaii?

Yes, the Super Bowl is broadcast live in Hawaii, but because of time zone differences, it airs on Saturday evening local time while occurring on Sunday in the continental U.S.

Which channel shows the Super Bowl in Hawaii?

The Super Bowl is shown on the same national network in Hawaii as in the rest of the U.S.—in 2025, it will be broadcast on NBC, available over-the-air and through cable providers like Spectrum and Hawaiian Telcom.

Does Hawaii have special Super Bowl viewing events?

Yes, many bars, hotels, and sports lounges in Honolulu and other cities host Super Bowl parties with food, drinks, and live screenings. Venues like Yard House at Ala Moana Center and Duke’s Waikiki often run themed promotions.