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Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are preparing for the return of seasonal service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Auckland Airport (AKL). The 3x weekly flights will resume on November 16th and operate through April 20th to offer passengers a seamless and scenic journey across the Pacific.
Since first launching in March 2013, this route has served as a cultural and economic bridge between the two Pacific destinations. The airline’s service has fostered deeper connections among indigenous and island communities while also supporting eco-tourism and adventure travel between the US and New Zealand. The return of the route underscores Hawaiian Airlines’ continued commitment to its Pacific network and its mission of sharing aloha beyond Hawaii.
Operating during New Zealand’s Southern Hemisphere summer, the service caters to both leisure and business travelers. This peak travel season offers ideal conditions for exploring New Zealand’s natural wonders. The schedule also provides convenient access during the busy holiday travel period, which makes it a popular choice for families and long-haul vacationers alike.
The route will be operated by Hawaiian’s Airbus A330 aircraft. These feature 18 Business Class, 68 Extra Comfort (soon to be rebranded Premium Class), and 192 Main Cabin seats. Passengers can enjoy complimentary high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi and inflight entertainment in all classes.
The seasonal flights are timed to provide smooth one-stop connections between New Zealand and major US cities, including Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Long Beach Airport (LGB), Portland International Airport (PDX), Sacramento International Airport (SMF), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA),
Through its collaboration with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian is expanding its transpacific service across a broader network of US cities. The partnership enables travelers from the Pacific Northwest and West Coast to reach Auckland with a single connection.
Regional Director of the South Pacific at Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, said:
We know Kiwi travelers have long awaited the return of our seasonal service, and our crews are thrilled to welcome them onboard once again with the authentic hospitality and care for which Hawaiian Airlines is known. Now, thanks to the strength of our combined global network, every guest flying from Hawaii, the US mainland and New Zealand will have more options than ever to explore the world.”
Anthony’s Take: It’s interesting to watch Hawaiian and Alaskan coordinate operations and find the routes (both legacy and new) that make the most sense for the combined network.
(Image Credits: Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines.)
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