Booking flights across the combined Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines network is about to get simpler. The US carriers have confirmed that the integration of their systems is about to commence, with the first changes rolling out this month for flights scheduled from 22 April 2026. For travellers and travel agents, this should mean a smoother booking process across both platforms and a consistent cabin experience once onboard.
At the pointy end, both Alaska’s Boeing 787 Dreamliners and Hawaiian’s Airbus A330s will continue to feature lie-flat Business and First Class suites for long-haul travellers. On Alaska’s 787s, this includes enclosed suites with direct aisle access, 18-inch high-definition screens and wireless charging, while Hawaiian offers its signature flatbeds across the Pacific.
These premium passengers will also enjoy access to lounges in Honolulu, across the US and through oneworld partners.
On shorter flights, narrowbody aircraft like Alaska’s 737s and Embraer 175s or Hawaiian’s A321s and 717s will offer a more traditional First Class: wider seats, dedicated cabin crew, complimentary meals and beverages, priority boarding and extra baggage allowance.
From next April, Hawaiian’s popular Extra Comfort product will be rebadged as Premium Class. It will still feature up to four inches of extra legroom but now comes with complimentary beer, wine and cocktails.
Aligning Premium Class across both airlines means travellers can expect the same product, whether they’re flying out of Honolulu or Seattle.
Main Cabin & Saver options
In economy, Main Cabin Preferred seating will be available at the front of the aircraft for those wanting a quick exit on arrival.
Elsewhere, the standard Main Cabin continues as the core product, including free seat selection, carry-on allowance and reward points.
For budget-conscious travellers, Hawaiian’s Main Cabin Basic will transition to Alaska’s Saver Fare next April. This fare type includes more flexibility, such as a 50% travel credit if cancelled 14 days in advance and the ability to make same-day confirmed changes for a fee.
What’s next
To give customers even more control, both airlines will also begin offering seat pricing options online, letting passengers choose exactly where they sit based on preference and budget.
These changes will appear progressively on alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com in the coming weeks.
In August, Alaska Air Group unveiled a new loyalty program, Atmos Rewards, which is set to launch next year and combine Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan with Hawaiian Airlines’ HawaiianMiles.
Earlier this year, the two airlines also began co-locating check-ins, gates and lounges at key ports across the US as part of a broader network revamp.
Alaska Airlines officially purchased Hawaiian Airlines in September 2024, creating a partnership that aims to shake up the US travel industry.
