{"id":124004,"date":"2025-08-27T10:19:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T20:19:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/?p=124004"},"modified":"2025-08-27T10:19:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T20:19:44","slug":"what-the-alaska-hawaiian-airlines-merger-means-for-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/what-the-alaska-hawaiian-airlines-merger-means-for-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"What the Alaska\u2013Hawaiian Airlines Merger Means for Travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-124005 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/hb_spotter-Instagram-4054-ig-18039488014936654-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"hawaiian airlines in flight\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/hb_spotter-Instagram-4054-ig-18039488014936654-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/hb_spotter-Instagram-4054-ig-18039488014936654-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/hb_spotter-Instagram-4054-ig-18039488014936654-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hawaii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/hb_spotter-Instagram-4054-ig-18039488014936654.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><em>Photo provided by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C8xSC0FPohD\/\">@hb_spotter<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s been nearly a year since Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines officially merged, closing one of the biggest airline deals in two decades. If you\u2019re like me and loved the little perks of Hawaiian airlines, including free Starlink, POG, and a cookie at landing, you likely wondered if things were about to change. With integration well underway and the dust beginning to settle, we wanted to provide an update and share our thoughts on who benefits most from the merger\u2014and who may see some drawbacks. Let\u2019s dive in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Expanded Route Network and More Destinations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combined airline now serves <\/span><b>141 nonstop destinations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including <\/span><b>29 international routes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Honolulu has emerged as a major hub, making it easier to connect to Asia, the South Pacific and the U.S. mainland.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For O\u02bbahu visitors, this means more nonstop flight options, better scheduling and smoother connections. Whether you\u2019re flying in from Los Angeles, Seattle or Tokyo, expect more convenience getting into Honolulu International Airport.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Loyalty Programs and Atmos Rewards<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of August 20, HawaiianMiles and Alaska\u2019s Mileage Plan have officially merged into <\/span><b>Atmos Rewards<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Travelers can now choose how they earn points\u2014by miles flown, ticket spend, or even number of segments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For frequent visitors to O\u02bbahu, this means you can build points on short interisland hops, long-haul flights to the continental U.S., or premium routes like Honolulu to Tokyo. Perks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>1:1 point transfer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between legacy accounts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elite status matches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new <\/span><b>premium credit card<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with lounge access and companion benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free Starlink Wi-Fi for Atmos members starting in 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>JetBlue Partnership Ending Soon<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been booking O\u02bbahu trips using JetBlue TrueBlue points, take note: the Hawaiian\u2013JetBlue partnership is ending. You must book flights by September 30, 2025, and travel by March 31, 2026, to use points. After that, Atmos Rewards is your only loyalty option.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Seasonal Boost in Honolulu Flights<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good news for peak-season travelers: Hawaiian Airlines is <\/span><b>adding extra flights to and from Honolulu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this winter.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Honolulu \u2013 Sydney<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: daily service Dec 18, 2025 \u2013 Jan 31, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Honolulu \u2013 Los Angeles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: five daily flights during Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday periods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Honolulu \u2013 Seattle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: four daily flights, including new Boeing 787 service to Tokyo with upgraded suites<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This expanded schedule makes it easier to snag a flight to Oahu even during high-demand holidays.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Policy Changes Travelers Should Know<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alongside the perks, there are some changes to watch:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New No-Show Policy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Miss your flight without canceling? You\u2019ll forfeit the value of your ticket.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seat Together Protections:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Families are guaranteed seating together without paying extra.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Job Cuts Behind the Scenes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A handful of Hawaii-based jobs have been eliminated, but interisland service remains protected by regulators.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Leadership Shifts in Honolulu:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Alaska has installed new management to oversee Hawaiian operations, so expect more streamlined check-in and customer service improvements.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Winners and Losers of the Hawaiian-Alaska Merger<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So who comes out ahead\u2014and who may feel the squeeze?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Winners<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">O\u02bbahu travelers benefit from <\/span><b>more flight options<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially during holidays.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent flyers enjoy <\/span><b>flexible loyalty perks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> under Atmos Rewards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families have <\/span><b>better seating protections<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and expanded interisland reliability.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Potential Losers<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelers loyal to JetBlue must adjust quickly before the partnership ends.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price-sensitive travelers could see higher fares on busy O\u02bbahu routes as competition narrows.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Final Take: A Net Positive for Travelers<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, the Alaska\u2013Hawaiian Airlines merger has been a net win for travelers. Expanded route access, a stronger loyalty ecosystem, and new consumer protections create more opportunities for both residents and visitors to Hawai\u02bbi. Still, with some job cuts, stricter fare rules, and fewer competitors, not every outcome is rosy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For now, though, the combined carrier looks well-positioned to serve Hawai\u02bbi and beyond\u2014 making it easier than ever to connect the Hawaiian Islands with the rest of the world.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Photo provided by @hb_spotter It\u2019s been nearly a year since Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines officially merged, closing one of the biggest airline deals in two decades. If you\u2019re like me and loved the little perks of Hawaiian airlines, including free Starlink, POG, and a cookie at landing, you likely wondered if things were about&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":176,"featured_media":124005,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3900],"tags":[4281,4282,4015,4170,4283,4],"class_list":["post-124004","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-visiting-hawaii","tag-alaska-hawaiian-airlines-merger","tag-atmos-rewards","tag-hawaii","tag-honolulu","tag-jetblue","tag-oahu"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v25.8 (Yoast SEO v25.8) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What the Alaska\u2013Hawaiian Airlines Merger Means for Travelers | Hawaii.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Nearly a year after the Alaska\u2013Hawaiian 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