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Cheapest round-trip
$474
Typical prices: $668-$481
Southwest
Tue 8/25Mon 8/31
HNL - DEN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$885
Typical prices: $964-$923
United Airlines
Tue 8/25Mon 8/31
HNL - DEN • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $474 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Cheapest • Avg $483 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Denver (HNL-DEN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Denver that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Honolulu to Denver

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
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9:30 pm - 10:10 am
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8h 40m
1 stop
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4:10 pm - 9:20 pm
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9h 10m
1 stop
$474Southwest
Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
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9:30 pm - 12:20 pm
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DEN
10h 50m
1 stop
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1:15 pm - 9:15 pm
DEN
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HNL
12h 00m
2 stops
$480Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 6
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7:40 am - 9:46 pm
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DEN
10h 06m
1 stop
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8:08 am - 1:34 pm
DEN
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HNL
9h 26m
1 stop
$484Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
9:55 pm - 1:40 pm
HNL
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DEN
11h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:15 pm - 9:20 pm
DEN
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HNL
12h 05m
2 stops
$485Southwest
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Aug 21
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10:45 pm - 12:26 pm
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DEN
9h 41m
1 stop
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12:29 pm - 9:20 pm
DEN
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HNL
12h 51m
1 stop
$493Delta
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 9:46 pm
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DEN
21h 11m
2 stops
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6:17 am - 12:19 pm
DEN
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HNL
10h 02m
1 stop
$496Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8
Southwest Logo
9:30 pm - 12:20 pm
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DEN
10h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 9:10 pm
DEN
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HNL
14h 55m
2 stops
$520Southwest
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Aug 21
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9:55 pm - 12:20 pm
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DEN
10h 25m
1 stop
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8:08 am - 10:33 pm
DEN
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HNL
18h 25m
2 stops
$524Alaska Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 1
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7:40 am - 9:46 pm
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DEN
10h 06m
1 stop
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12:02 pm - 7:26 pm
DEN
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HNL
11h 24m
1 stop
$529Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Aug 21
Delta Logo
7:40 pm - 9:19 am
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DEN
9h 39m
1 stop
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7:31 am - 4:43 pm
DEN
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HNL
13h 12m
1 stop
$530Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Honolulu to Denver flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Honolulu to Denver to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Honolulu to Denver?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Honolulu to Denver departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Denver?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Honolulu to Denver clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Honolulu to Denver, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Denver, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Denver?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Denver, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Honolulu to Denver is April, where tickets cost $462 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $789 and $732 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Honolulu to Denver?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to Denver, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Honolulu to Denver, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Honolulu to Denver

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on HNL

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$196
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from Honolulu to Denver

  • What traveling options are available from the Denver International Airport in Colorado to travel to the city center?

    There are a few different ways to get from Denver International Airport to the city center. The most popular option is to take the airport train, which takes about 37min. There are also a few different bus options, which generally take between 45 and 60min. Finally, there are a few different taxi and rideshare options, which can take anywhere from 30 to 60min depending on traffic. The best and easiest option for you is to take the RTD A Line, which is a commuter rail that runs from the airport to Denver Union Station.

  • How do you get from the city center to Honolulu Hawaii Airport?

    There are several ways to get from the city center to Honolulu Hawaii Airport. The most popular way is to take a taxi or private car service, which will take you directly to the airport. Other options include taking the bus or shuttle service, which will drop you off at a nearby airport stop, or renting a car and driving yourself to the airport.

  • What amenities are available for travelers at the Honolulu Hawaii International Airport?

    The Honolulu Hawaii International Airport has a wide variety of amenities available for travelers. There are a variety of shops and restaurants available, as well as a number of services such as currency exchange and baggage storage. There is also a wide variety of transportation options available, including car rental, taxi, and shuttle services.

  • Are there any lounges in the Denver International Airport in Colorado?

    There are three lounges in the Denver International Airport. The United Club is located in Concourse B, near Gate B6. The Centurion Lounge is located in Concourse C, near Gate C36. The American Express Lounge is located in Concourse D, near Gate D1. All three lounges offer a variety of services, including Wi-Fi, food and drink, TV and work stations.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Honolulu to Denver?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Honolulu to Denver was $196 for a one-way ticket and $474 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Honolulu and Denver?

    A passport is not required to fly from Honolulu to Denver.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Honolulu to Denver?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Honolulu to Denver flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Honolulu to Denver?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Honolulu to Denver flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Honolulu to Denver?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Honolulu and Denver, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Honolulu to Denver?

    There are nonstop flights from Honolulu to Denver on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Honolulu to Denver, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Honolulu to Denver are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $600 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $572 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Honolulu to Denver?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Honolulu to Denver.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Honolulu to Denver?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Denver from Honolulu is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Honolulu to Denver?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Denver with an airline and back to Honolulu with another airline. Booking your flights between Honolulu and DEN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Honolulu to Denver?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Denver from Honolulu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Honolulu to Denver

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $358 or less one-way and $699 or less round-trip.
  • There are a few luggage services at Honolulu Hawaii Airport (HNL). The most popular one is the Aloha Baggage Service, which offers a variety of services such as luggage storage, luggage shipping, and luggage repair.
  • There are car rentals available at Denver International Airport in Colorado. There are a variety of car rental companies located at the airport, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
  • There are parking services at Honolulu Hawaii Airport. The airport has a parking garage with over 3,000 parking spaces. The garage is located on the east side of the airport. There is also a parking lot on the west side of the airport. The parking lot has over 1,000 parking spaces.
  • There are a few phone charging stations in Denver International Airport in Colorado. There are a couple in the main terminal near the food court, as well as a few in the concourses.
  • There are lounges at the Honolulu Hawaii Airport. The lounges are located in the main terminal and in the satellite terminal. The lounges offer a variety of services including food and drink, television, Wi-Fi, and a place to relax.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Honolulu to Denver

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Honolulu to Denver. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12478 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
7.0Food
7.0Entertainment
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We tried for days to use online Alaska Airline app we needed to know what Gate to depart from . When we got there we were given a paper boarding ticket with the wrong gate on it . We almost missed this flight . It caused great stress and caused a health side effect. The previous flights April 24 started hour late mechanical issues . We were not allowed to depart plane in time to get correct gate and missed our flight .

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
HNL - SEA
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We tried for days to use online Alaska Airline app we needed to know what Gate to depart from . When we got there we were given a paper boarding ticket with the wrong gate on it . We almost missed this flight . It caused great stress and caused a health side effect. The previous flights April 24 started hour late mechanical issues . We were not allowed to depart plane in time to get correct gate and missed our flight .

Had to buy a snack box as I am gluten free. They should be free in extra comfort. Food they provided was awful. Not enough water stops.

it was good except the too big men in my personal space.

Free WiFi was awesome. I hate the five hour delayed take off.. arrrgh!

All airlines should board planes back to front, instead of catering to higher priced tickets. The boarding groups are inefficient and delay takeoff time

Overall, we had a very good experience with Alaska Airlines on our flight from Honolulu to Seattle. The First Class cabin was comfortable, boarding was smooth, and the crew was friendly and attentive. The meal service was solid and the overall flight felt well organized. One thing that stood out negatively was the drink service. I was in First Class and, while quietly watching movies and not causing any issues, I was cut off after four drinks. I understand safety policies, but the cutoff felt a bit premature given the context.

Cancelled the flight cuz they sent the WRONG plane and then they promised to rebook us and let us know within the hour what our next flight was. I have heard nothing after 12 hours and can’t get ahold of anyone.

Liked the attention and speed when getting wheelchair..........Was assured by phone that my needs would be taken care of and they were with my name.

Crew very courteous. Boarding was great. Slow to get baggage at Denver.

I paid for WiFi but it never really worked. That was frustrating.

there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

I don't know why flying out of Sarasota requires two plane changes.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

Only beverages were offered to first class and I thought the flight attendant could have also served the Delta Comfort as well instead of sitting down and staring at her phone and walking past all of us to the back of the plane to charge her phone more. There was a complete lack of turbulence and was safe enough for flights attendant to walk around in the front of the plane, collect trash and serve a few people water and turn off the seat belt light. Also didn’t enforce people putting their seats into the upright position and allowed two passengers to remain reclined during landing. They seemed out to lunch completely. Usually my experience on Delta is much better.

Long story short, it was one of the better flight experiences I've had in some time when compared with other airlines.

Flight was great! This flight from Atlanta was even better than when I paid for Comfort from SNA to Atlanta.

Connection flights should be spaced out farther because too close I missed my connection.

Definitely a southern flavor. Cordiality was evident even though no drinks or snacks were served.

On time! There were plenty of airport employees who were able to keep us moving in the right direction. The crew on the plane were professional.

Left /arrived on time. Decent seat space. Like the wifi/plugs and entertainment. Windows and tray table were kinda gross. Attendants didn't start snack service til 40mins before landing. Two rows before us, captain came on to say there's turbulence and recalled staff to seats. So, no drink/snack. Later, attendants didn't stop to see if we had trash nor even look our way. Felt invisible! Almost all pilot announcements were not only unintelligible, but so quiet. We had no idea what she said.

Average seat comfort, a drink and chips were provided, early boarding because we checked a carryon at the gate was nice. Ticket pricing shenanigans, including fees to pick a seat, check a bag, and get food onboard - evidence the industry is reinvigorating last century’s strategies- destroys the experience before one ever arrives at the airport. It’s difficult to recognize any value or sustain loyalty in the end-to-end process making air travel more drudgery than pleasure.

Gate agent was unhelpful for handicapped boarding. Flight attendant seemed untrained.

No service flight that took 5 hrs and a stop at an unscheduled airport. Crew and pilots did their jobs

Read the fine print. This was my flight home. I booked my flight for the quickest way home. Had a carry-on and a personal item. Same as my outbound flight. Apparently I needed to pre-pay extra for my carry-on. When I checked in, I was told that I had to check it. I said I’ll pay for it, and was told that this wasn’t an option anymore. They said I still had to pay $50 to check my carry-on. I told them I’ll pay whatever to just carry it in as intended. I was not allowed, so eventually I paid $50 to check my carry-on under a plane that was half full, with overhead compartments that were even less full. My white carry-on suitcase was practically destroyed getting from Idaho falls to Denver to Orange County. The low price air fair was a bait and switch. Got me to the gate, made me pay extra, then didn’t even allow me to pay for a carry on. Not to mention that I paid the $8 for WiFi that didn’t work. All to get my suitcase destroyed. I don’t think I’m going to even keep my Untied mileage plus membership and card. Apparently, membership does not have its privileges for this one.

I flew from Santa Fe to Denver to catch a flight to London and the transfer of my luggage on arrival at Denver to the London flight worked perfectly. The crew on the ground and on board for the London flight were so friendly and efficient.

Late- that’s what United does best. Missed my connection, rebooked to a flight 17 hours later and had to spend $500 on a hotel. What did I get? A $15 meal voucher. What can you get in an airport for $15. I hate United so much.

It was good overall except from Omaha to Denver when flight a was a repeatedly delayed apparently due to some issue at Denver. Communications could have been handled better. I had to board then deboard with luggage and board again

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

They told us yesterday APR21st that they were cleaning the plane and we got delayed. After that they said they didn't had any crew for the flight so they cancelled the flight till next day.

The flight crew on this leg of my trip was very friendly and pleasant. Every one of them was humorous, as well as helpful and accommodating. This group was BY FAR the best crew I’ve flown with. They deserve kudos.

The entertainment options on the seat back video boards were nice.

The boarding process was straightforward. One pertinent observation regarding all boarding procedures is that if an individual requires assistance or possesses a special status and is part of preboarding, it is advisable to limit the number of passengers who can preboard with them, rather than the entire, sometimes large, companion groups. The seats are uncomfortable, and the entertainment options are significantly inferior compared to other airlines. During the snack service, I requested an additional bag of snacks, but my request was denied. Initially, the flight attendant agreed to my request.becoming a strange accurate moment. The flight duration was four hours.

I had a cancelled flight because of technical issues going to my destination, and a delayed flight coming home. All told it wasn’t a total bust.

The flight attendants were extremely sourly and borderline rude. I did not feel appreciated as an AA customer once.

The flight back to Dallas was delayed, which has happened to me several times with American Airlines. There was no announcement, no update sent out, no compensation offered for the inconvenience.

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

Our flight from JFK to Madrid was delayed. We had to go from one side of the Madrid airport (Terminal 4s to the far end of terminal 4 - Gate K98) to our gate in less than 30 minutes. Put passport control and security/baggage check and that’s very hard unless you’re Usain Bolt. I called Iberia Airlines and the telephone customer service told me that I was going to have to pay to re-book. Luckily the help desk in the airport (who was dealing with dozens of people from the same JFK-Madrid flight) did not charge us extra to reschedule to a flight 8 hours later. They also gave us a voucher for breakfast and lunch. Glad the actual person at the airport had some actual sense.

As always, most AA flights that we fly are almost ALWAYS delayed and that too multiple times. Very frustrating

Boarding was smooth and seamless and the flight was without incident.

Our flight was repeatedly delayed for maintenance problems: scheduled for 9.30am, eventually delayed to 7pm! Very very inconvenient! AA should have provided a substitute plane much earlier.. On the other hand, Customer Service crew in Charlotte helped us to reach NY (LGA) by late afternoon. Thank you Patricia!! The actual flight was quick and very comfortable. As always a. excellent, professional crew. [no food on a a short hop).

Take-off delayed an hour because of a missing flight officer, so,arrived in Charlotte lates causing many passengers to miss connections. Otherwise a very good flight, safe and comfortable, with an excellent professional crew.

Little time between flight from Dallas to flight to Gainesville. We chose this one, 43 minutes between, because the price for a connection with at least an hour between, was so much higher. Had to ask passengers on the Dallas flight to please allow us to deplane ahead of them. The economy passengers allowed this. We had to walk very fast to the next gate, 35 gates away. Thankfully all in the same terminal. Getting to the small Gainesville plane was a little confusing as you enter an area that is boarding many small planes at the same time. We stood in the wrong line for about 15 seconds before realizing it was not our Gainesville flight. Since I had boarded at this gate in the past, I knew to check the signs carefully so we weren’t lost. The first class seat experience was wonderful. I really enjoyed the upgrade. We were offered an alcohol drink as soon as we sat down. I got something different but it was a great gesture especially since we really had to hurry to make the flight. We had packed expecting we might miss this connection, but made it. Our luggage didn’t miss the flight. American Airlines delivered our bags to our home the next day. That was very convenient!

The plane was large, not full, but one with 3 seats near each window and 4 in a row in the middle of the plane. There were screens on the backs of the seats for entertainment and information. To use the entertainment one needs ear plugs that physically plug into the screen. My husband had some he let me use as I only had blue tooth type. The stewards gave out some headphones to some, but when my neighbor asked for some, the steward said no. So maybe they ran out? Idk. Bring the old kind of headphones or earbuds if you want entertainment in case this is the type of entertainment offered. We had a very tight connection in Miami. 43 minutes. The other economy passengers allowed us to get ahead of them because I asked if we could since we were near boarding time for our next flight and 35 gates away. They were extremely kind. First class wasn’t going to allow us to pass through. We did make the next flight. Our baggage didn’t, but they were delivered to us the next day and we were prepared with essentials in our carry on packs.

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