#Hawaiian Airlines
Southwest Airlines shifting strategy, reducing Hawai‘i flights in 2025
The airline that entered the interisland market in 2019 is reducing its flights between islands by as much as 30% beginning in April of next year and also reshaping it services between the mainland and Hawai‘i beginning in the summer.
Hawaiian Airlines invites kama‘āina to journey with purpose — and discounts
New free Huaka‘i by Hawaiian program, taking off in January 2025, offers Hawai‘i residents greater value when flying with the airline on neighbor island trips, including free checked bag and 10% or 20% of one booking per quarter.
Hawaiian Airlines celebrates 40th anniversary of service to American Samoa
Hawaiian Airlines inaugurated flights to Pago Pago International Airport on Oct. 24, 1984, with DC-8 aircraft, starting its long relationship with the U.S. territory.
Alaska Air Group announces interim Honolulu leadership team to guide merger with Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Air Group, the parent company of Alaska Airlines, announced today the interim Honolulu leadership team that will guide Hawaiian Airlines operations from transaction close through a full combination of operations under a single operating certificate with two brands – Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Current Alaska Airlines regional president of Hawai‘i/Pacific, Joe Sprague, will be named chief executive officer of Hawaiian Airlines.
Alaska Airlines clears last regulatory hurdle to finalize merger with Hawaiian Airlines
The US Department of Transportation has given Alaska Airlines permission to close on its $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, after the carriers agreed to maintain key Hawaii routes and adopt consumer protections. This exemption allows the carriers, which are respectively the fifth and tenth largest domestic airlines, to finalize their merger while maintaining separate operations until DOT rules on their transfer application.
Hawai‘i Island residents invited to register for the annual Kiwanis Kūpuna Spelling Bee
A preliminary contest will take place on Hawai‘i Island on Sept. 14 at Hawai’i Island Adult Care.
No further flights leaving tonight from Hilo International Airport
Do not come to the airport unless you have a confirmed flight.
Alaska-Hawaiian airlines merger moves forward following DOJ review
The “important milestone” brings the merger closer to reality as DOT looks at the airlines’ interim exemption application.
Former US congressman makes a run for trustee seat with Office of Hawaiian Affairs
In a speech recorded in Hilo, Kai Kahele shared his vision for a more equitable and just Hawaiʻi, reaffirming his commitment to serving the Native Hawaiian community.
County, Hawaiian Airlines offering free shuttle services during Merrie Monarch
The County of Hawaiʻi has entered into a partnership with Hawaiian Airlines and Big Island Candies to provide complimentary shuttle service during the celebrated Merrie Monarch Festival. The initiative aims to enhance the experience for both residents and visitors shopping at the Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts & Crafts Fair, offering convenient transportation between key locations […]
Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair starts Wednesday
The fair starts at 9 a.m. and goes till 5 p.m. Wednesday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, with free admission.
Stockholders vote to adopt merger between Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines
Alaska reached the deal in December to purchase Hawaiian Airlines for approximately $1.9 billion.
Big Island travelers optimistic about airline merger of Alaska and Hawaiian
In the merger announcement, CEOs from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines said they were committed to a combined airline that maintains both brands.
Alaska Airlines to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion deal
Alaska Air Group, Inc. with acquire the airline for $18 per share cash. Alaska Air will also take on Hawaiian’s $0.9 billion net debt.
Hawaiian Airlines to resume Tokyo Haneda-Kona service in October
By March 13, the airline’s Japan capacity will be 59% above summer 2023 levels. Hawaiian currently offers daily service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda and Osaka’s Kansai airports; six-times-weekly service between Honolulu and Tokyo Narita airport; and thrice-weekly service between Honolulu and Fukuoka airport.
Big Island student receives $10K grant from Hawaiian Airlines, Arizona State University
Hawaiian Airlines and Arizona State University have awarded the first of eight $10,000 grants under the New Horizons Scholarship Fund to two Native Hawaiian undergraduates enrolled in the W. P. Carey School of Business’s Information Systems program.
Airlines continue to assist with evacuation, relief efforts on Maui
Many airlines that serve Maui’s Kahului Airport have added flights, reduced prices and are encouraging customers to help with the relief and evacuation efforts amid the devastating wildfires on Maui.
Miyasato and Tokioka join Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Board of Directors
Blaine Miyasato is the managing director of state government affairs at Hawaiian Airlines with nearly 40 years of experience in the airline industry. James Kunane Tokioka is the Director of the Hawai‘i State Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.
Mokulele Airlines suspending Hilo to Kahului daily service; but adding Kona to Maui night flight
Mokulele Airlines will suspend its daily flights between Hilo and Maui beginning Aug. 1, and add a new evening flight between Kona and Kahului.
Hawaiʻi’s Hannemann, Ingram appointed to US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board
Mufi Hannemann and Peter Ingram have been appointed to a two-year term on the US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board by US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo.
