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Hawaii's flagship carrier connecting islands and the world.
Founded
1929
Headquarters
Honolulu, United States
Hawaiian Airlines is the largest airline headquartered in Hawaii and the tenth largest commercial airline in the United States. Founded in 1929, it has operated continuously for nearly a century, making it one of the longest-running airlines in American aviation history. The carrier serves destinations across the Hawaiian Islands, the U.S. mainland, and international routes to Asia, Australia, and the South Pacific.
Hawaiian Airlines is known for its hospitality-focused service, offering complimentary meals on transpacific flights and in-flight entertainment reflecting Hawaiian culture. The airline operates a modern fleet and has consistently ranked among the top U.S. carriers for on-time performance. In 2023, Alaska Air Group announced its intent to acquire Hawaiian Airlines, a deal that received regulatory approval in 2024.
Hubs & network
Hawaiian Airlines' primary hub is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, with additional focus cities at other major Hawaiian island airports.
Fleet
Hawaiian Airlines operates a fleet consisting primarily of Airbus A321neo and A330 aircraft, with Boeing 787 Dreamliners introduced for long-haul routes.
Notable facts
- ›Hawaiian Airlines has never had a fatal crash involving passenger revenue service, one of the best safety records in U.S. aviation.
- ›It is the longest continuously operating U.S. airline, tracing roots to 1929 as Inter-Island Airways.
- ›Alaska Air Group completed its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines in 2024.
- ›The airline offers complimentary meals on all transpacific flights, a rarity among U.S. carriers.
- ›Hawaiian Airlines serves more nonstop routes between Hawaii and the U.S. mainland than any other carrier.
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