TV channels & antenna towers in Kīlauea, Hawaii
Kīlauea has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34IS-D, 1.4 miles to the ENE.
Over-the-air TV in Kīlauea
Kīlauea, Hawaii has a population of about 2,800. There are 6 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 6 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KITV in Honolulu, HI, 119 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 101 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Kīlauea.
Which way to point your antenna in Kīlauea
The nearest towers around Kīlauea are in different directions: K34IS-D 57° ENE (1.4 mi), K29HL-D 266° W (3.5 mi) and K21IA-D 112° ESE (5.5 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Kīlauea, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Kīlauea
The farthest of the closest towers for Kīlauea is K21IA-D, 5.5 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Kīlauea
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34IS-DTranslator | 1.4 mi | 57° ENE | Fair | Kilauea, HI |
| K29HL-DTranslator | 3.5 mi | 266° W | Fair | Hanalei, Etc., HI |
| K21IA-DTranslator | 5.5 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Waipake, HI |
| K36IJ-DTranslator | 8.3 mi | 129° SE | Weak | Anahola, Etc., HI |
| K30JE-DTranslator | 17 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | Lihue, HI |
| K32IX-DTranslator | 17 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | Lihue, HI |
How Kīlauea compares with the rest of Hawaii
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Kīlauea ranks 88th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7).
44% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Kīlauea: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 112° ESE, the direction of K21IA-D, 5.5 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 3 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Kīlauea?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Kīlauea; around 3 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Kīlauea?
The nearest towers around Kīlauea are in different directions: K34IS-D 57° ENE (1.4 mi), K29HL-D 266° W (3.5 mi) and K21IA-D 112° ESE (5.5 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Kīlauea?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. The towers are spread over about 206° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Kīlauea?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Kīlauea?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
TV channels in nearby Hawaii cities
- Princeville4.2 mi
- Anahola8.0 mi
- Wailua Homesteads9.9 mi
- Kapa‘a11 mi
- Wailua12 mi
- Hanamā‘ulu15 mi
- Lihue16 mi
- Puhi17 mi
- ‘Ōma‘o20 mi
- Lawai21 mi
- Kalāheo21 mi
- Koloa21 mi
- Hanapēpē Heights23 mi
- ‘Ele‘ele24 mi
- Hanapēpē24 mi
- Waimea24 mi
- Kekaha26 mi
More: all TV stations in Hawaii · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Kīlauea; signal estimates ignore terrain.