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7:00 am - 12:55 pmSAN-HNL
8h 55m1 stop
6:15 am - 7:05 pmHNL-SAN
9h 50m1 stop
$177Hawaiian Airlines
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Mon, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 29
7:00 am - 12:55 pmSAN-HNL
8h 55m1 stop
1:15 pm - 9:40 pmHNL-SAN
5h 25mnonstop
$189Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 31
7:00 am - 12:55 pmSAN-HNL
8h 55m1 stop
7:30 am - 7:05 pmHNL-SAN
8h 35m1 stop
$190Hawaiian Airlines
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Mon, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 30
1:59 pm - 6:37 pmSAN-HNL
7h 38m1 stop
1:10 pm - 11:44 pmHNL-SAN
7h 34m1 stop
$230United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 15
6:15 am - 12:29 pmSAN-HNL
8h 14m1 stop
10:00 am - 10:27 pmHNL-SAN
10h 27m1 stop
$231United Airlines
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Sun, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 13
4:59 pm - 8:07 pmSAN-HNL
6h 08mnonstop
10:46 pm - 7:20 amHNL-SAN
5h 34mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 17
11:15 am - 6:57 pmSAN-HNL
10h 42m1 stop
10:35 pm - 2:39 pmHNL-SAN
13h 04m1 stop
$241Delta
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Mon, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 17
11:15 am - 7:17 pmSAN-HNL
11h 02m1 stop
9:45 pm - 10:05 amHNL-SAN
9h 20m1 stop
$245Delta
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Tue, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 29
4:50 pm - 7:59 pmSAN-HNL
6h 09mnonstop
11:00 am - 7:44 pmHNL-SAN
5h 44mnonstop
$247Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 30
7:59 pm - 3:20 pmSAN-HNL
21h 21m1 stop
10:12 pm - 8:29 amHNL-SAN
8h 17m1 stop
$375American Airlines
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Flights from San Diego to Honolulu - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The average price of all flights from San Diego to Honolulu clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Honolulu on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from San Diego to Honolulu. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Honolulu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Diego to Honolulu, 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 San Diego to Honolulu is January, where tickets cost $307 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is $508 and $496 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Diego to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Honolulu, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 89 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Diego to Honolulu?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from San Diego to Honolulu found on KAYAK was with Alaska Airlines for $144. Hawaiian Airlines proposed a round-trip connection from $177 and United Airlines from $230.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Diego and Honolulu?

Alaska Airlines connects San Diego to Honolulu with 14 flights per week. Southwest also offers 14 flights per week, while Hawaiian Airlines follows with 7 flights per week.

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Diego and Honolulu?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Diego to Honolulu.
There are 3 airlines that fly nonstop from San Diego to Honolulu. They are: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at $164 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

How many flights are there between San Diego and Honolulu per day?

Each day, there are 5 nonstop flights that take off from San Diego and land in Honolulu, with an average flight time of 6h 04m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 35 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 5.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Diego and Honolulu?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Diego to Honolulu take?

Direct flights cover the 2,608 miles separating San Diego to Honolulu in about 6h 05m.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Diego to Honolulu?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Diego at 9:10 am and will be landing in Honolulu at 12:10 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from San Diego to Honolulu?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Diego to Honolulu jets off at 4:59 pm and lands at 8:07 pm.

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January

High season

July

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$144
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 31% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Honolulu

  • Are there family amenities at San Diego International Airport?

    SAN is a parents’ favorite departure station as it offers amenities for families to enjoy. The facility features nursing rooms after security in every terminal for the convenience of new moms and their kids. The suites have comfy seats, sinks, power sockets, and diaper-changing tables.

  • Are there hotels near San Diego International Airport?

    Travelers planning to depart to Honolulu with the earliest flight from SAN should consider sleeping in one of the hotels close to the airport. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station is recommended and guarantees courtesy transportation to and from the airport.

  • When can I relax while waiting to be picked up at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    If you have just arrived at HNL and are waiting for your driver, you can unwind and relax in the gardens just outside the airport. A tranquil and scenic place, you can be sure to experience various Chinese, Japanese, and Hawaiian flowers, all free to access.

  • Which is the best way to get to Honolulu International Airport from downtown Honolulu?

    The city center of Honolulu lies approximately 5.6 miles from HNL. Taxis offer the quickest connection along this route, reaching downtown Honolulu in about 20 minutes. Furthermore, those who are on tight budgets should consider public transportation. Line 20 bus offers the cheapest transfer, taking 30 minutes to arrive there.

  • Does Daniel K. Inouye International Airport have storage facilities?

    Should you consider leaving behind your excess items at HNL, remember that the facility has storage lockers near Carousel 18 in Terminal 2. The amenities operate from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and offer hourly, daily, and weekly storage, including golf clubs, surfboards, and hand luggage. The baggage storage lets you rent equipment such as umbrellas and lounge chairs.

  • Is there a car rental service at Honolulu International Airport?

    Numerous car rental agencies, including Enterprise, SIXT, Budget, Hertz, National, and Avis, offer on-site services at HNL. The car rental counters are on the Terminal 2 parking garage's ground floor, approximately half a mile from the Hawaiian and commuter terminals. The agencies offer pickup and shuttle services to the garages.

  • Where can I find food and drinks at Honolulu airport?

    The airport has several joints for hungry travelers. You can find bars, restaurants, and cafes in the Overseas Terminal. Pizza Hut is one such facility that offers fast food services. You’ll find a bar in the Commuter Terminal that serves snacks.

  • Can I get secure parking when I’m flying from San Diego?

    You can use a free online platform to book your parking at the San Diego airport. Parking services are available 24h daily with dedicated staff to keep your car safe when you fly out of San Diego.

  • What help can special needs passengers get at Honolulu airport?

    The airport has wheelchairs at the check-in area for disabled passengers. There are also toilet facilities and elevators designed for such travelers. You’ll find TDD telephones in every terminal to facilitate communication.

  • Where can I find lounges at San Diego Airport?

    You’ll find several lounges at San Diego airport with incomparable services. The Air Space lounge exists in Terminal 2 east, sandwiched between gates 23 and 33. The facility has free Wi-Fi and guests can enjoy free showers and food.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Honolulu?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Honolulu was $144 for a one-way ticket and $177 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from San Diego to Honolulu.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Honolulu?

    When flying out of San Diego you will be using San Diego. You will be landing at Honolulu, also known as Honolulu.

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

    Alaska Airlines, Qantas Airways, JetBlue, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Honolulu?

    The Airbus A330-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Honolulu?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Honolulu, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Honolulu are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $386 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $376 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 San Diego to Honolulu.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from San Diego 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 San Diego to Honolulu?

    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 Honolulu with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and HNL 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 San Diego to Honolulu?

    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 Honolulu from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $188 or less one-way and $316 or less round-trip.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) operates two terminals that sit side by side. Movement between the terminals is via pedestrian walkways, and a complimentary shuttle offers ground transportation from the terminals to the aircraft. Terminal 2 is the largest and has modern infrastructure, whereas the smaller Terminal 1 handles most of the traffic.
  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) is the primary arrival airport serving Honolulu in Oahu, Hawaii. It is also the hub of Hawaiian Airlines. Therefore, those flying aboard Hawaiian Airlines will arrive through Terminal 1 and receive expedited services. In addition, there are numerous direct and connecting flights in and out of HNL.
  • SAN and HNL offer pet-relief areas for travelers who wish to tag along with their furry friends, particularly cats and dogs. You will find five of these amenities at SAN pre-security and one post-security. As you arrive at HNL, pets can take a potty break at the grassy area between International Parking Garage and Terminal 2 Parking Garage.
  • Travelers flying to Honolulu from San Diego have several options: nonstop, one-stop, and two or more stops. You’ll depart from San Diego Airport (SAN) and land at Honolulu Airport (HNL), courtesy of Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian, and United Airlines, to mention a few.
  • Passengers preparing to depart from San Diego Airport can use the available carts to ferry luggage. Each charge around $6, and you can use a debit card or pay cash. You’ll find them next to the airport parking area to the north of Terminal 2, at the luggage claim point, and near the main entrance to the terminals.
  • San Diego Airport serves snacks and cold drinks at the vending machines. You can find the vending machines at the International Arrivals Hall, the Terminal 1 parking area, and south of the Terminal 2 parking plaza.
  • For travelers who wish to leave their bicycles at the San Diego airport, there are free lockers at T1 and T2. You must leave a refundable key deposit of $25. Each locker accommodates up to four bicycles. You’ll find the first locker at Terminal 2 near the pet relief area. Locker 2 is located at Terminal 1 near the fence.
  • If you require specialized guidance and assistance at the San Diego airport, you must place a request in advance. The TSA and the airport provide ample security for all passengers. Every individual must pass through security checking areas located at the terminals.
  • Travelers landing at Honolulu airport from San Diego can access taxi services outside the arrival halls. You’ll pay between $35 and $40 for the taxis to ferry you to Waikiki and the neighboring areas. Charges per bag start at around $0.50.
  • Honolulu Airport has ample conference facilities for those who wish to conduct business meetings. At the garden center, you’ll find four meeting rooms located on the ground floor. You can access these facilities via overseas terminals. More conference halls exist near the inter-island terminal.
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Flights from San Diego to Honolulu: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Diego to Honolulu 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesMay 2024
I suggest packing a big snack bag and a large water bottle in case there are any issues with the flight causing a delay. When there are delays, no food is served, so you are stuck in a chair hungry and thirsty.
MichaelFlew with Alaska AirlinesMar 2024
Get there early as possible for the long haul across the Pacific.

Prefer to fly non-stop from San Diego to Honolulu?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to Honolulu Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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San Diego to Honolulu

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Saturday

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Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

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Nonstop returns

Honolulu to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Sunday

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Honolulu

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Honolulu. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Honolulu? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9365 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.2Entertainment
7.2Food
8.6Crew
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The crew was wonderful! They were friendly and funny. The plane was clean.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2024SAN - HNL
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The crew was wonderful! They were friendly and funny. The plane was clean.

Flight attendant in front portion of flight was surly. Aisle way too narrow, seats a bit narrow as well. If a large person had been seated next to me they would have been touching me and that’s not acceptable.

If you paid through Kayak, you will end up in the middle seat with no option to switch to a window or isle seat for less than $125 more each way. You will also have to pay a lot of money for your luggage.

I am extremely dissapointed with Alaska Airlines. I had two minors traveling along, I used the unaccompanied minor program to escort my kids and bring them to mom on the other side of the flight. Unfortunately they just left them at the gate on the other side and did not bring them to mom. The person working for the airline flat out just told the kids they were not going to bring them to mom and just left them sitting there at the gate!!! These are two kids traveling alone. This is horrible and security should have been called

The lady who was checking people in and scanning tickets was very sweet. I believe her name is Ilhad…real sweety. The flight sat on the tarmac for a good 20-25 minutes with no explanation still we weren’t that late but they should communicate to people why were not moving.

Flying isn’t always fun but my flight was good and that’s saying alot

We seniors had requested for wheelchair assistance at San Diego which was provided very late. However the two wheelchair assistance persons though came late, managed well and we could board the flight in time.

A Basic airline that mimics Southwest, charges a la carte for checked bags at $30 each, charges for in flight meals on. 5 hr flight, offers trivial snacks. Also assigns a zone for seating then makes rear zone board last ! whats the logic there? After landing had to wait 15 min for gate to open. Deboarding took 20 minutes. Had to wait for Baggage for 30 minutes. Not my type if airline or flight.

I had a good experience and the crew was very nice and helpful.

Smooth and pleasant all around. I saw extra care taken for people's belongings.

My seat was changed at the last minute and I was moved to the last row, right next to the bathroom despite selecting my seat well in advance. I was also made to check my carry on due to space but when I got on the plane there was significant empty overhead space. Picking up my carry on from the luggage carousel added time to my trip which had already been extended due to delay.

There was plenty of overhead room but half of the passengers were told they had to check their carryon bags. My partner and I checked in as early as possible and our seats were split across the aisle.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Paid premium for Delta only to be on safe but tired old 767 with ancient cabin in mediocre condition. Poor wifi and horrible inflight entertainment. Hardly a premium experience. Should have flown SW and had fun flight crew and no pretense

The plane from SNA wouldn’t start after 5 tries. The team gave me an option of flying direct from LAX and giving me a Lyft ride there! Perfect!

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

The landing was bad and the hostess came two times and i was sleeping but when she served the person that nexts to me I woke up and she didn’t even asked me if I need any drink or snacks two times!!!!

The seats are too hard for long flights but otherwise- the process was smooth, the staff attentive, and there was to keep you occupied during the journey if needed.

Plane was late because of a mechanical malfunction and the food listed as available was not. Flight attendants seem over worked and under paid. They just done seem happy. And that can be seen in their faces.

They should have offered the headsets for sale so we could watch the entertainment. Our earbuds did not work. I thought they just did not have them. But then I called Hawaiian after and found out they were available for purchase

Flight itself was fine and crew were delightful. I gave overall mediocre rating because the plane had mechanical issues and we sat on the tarmac for 2.5 hrs while the engines cut in and out so no AC. Once we got going flight was good.

My flight was delayed by 5 hours, 7:35pm departure turned to 1:30am without any explanation. I’ll need a refund for this.

I had awful experience due to the delay and the company's inability to handle the issue.

Flight crew was great! It’s very special having native Hawaiians as flight attendants. I only fly Hawaiian Airlines when going to the Aloha states. Flight crew with other airlines don’t come close to your employees. Having a breakfast sandwich included on the flight was a treat and delicious. I pack a carry on only because of the extra baggage fee. I wish I didn’t have to haul even that around. I’d check baggage ( eliminate carry on completely)if it was lowered from $30 to $20. $10 is $10, and the extra fee (all airlines have) defeats the joy of finding a good round trip rate, Keep up the good work in knowing the personal qualities and people skills you want for personel you hire.

There weren’t a lot of choices of movies to watch for the “in flight entertainment”. It was kind of a hassle to switch between Wi-Fi hubs to check the flight tracker, and then back to the other for wi-fi access

There needs to be clarification on what are considered medical items, as an exception to the 2 items per person carry-on limit. How can a C-PAP be more of a medical item than prescription medicines that must be taken daily for survival, such as diabetes medicines? Diabetics take a slew of must-have medication every day, enough to fill a small bag. That bag can fit under the seat in front of a passenger along with a purse, but we are not allowed to count those two together as one item? Well, that depends on the gate attendant you talk to. It's confusing and irresponsible to suggest we may have to check something as necessary as a purse or prescription med, if we also want to carry on a relatively small (backpack size) bag, with an emergency change of clothes and toiletries in case of an issue with the checked bags (which is suggested by any travel expert). Shouldn't carry-on items be by the amount of space they take, rather than a count of items? We're told that if we can combine three items into two bags, then we can take them. Those two bags will take up the same space as the three, but they will be far less flexible with how they can be fit into the space. How sensible is that?

Cabin was clean but staff would not provide pencils when they asked us to fill out paperwork. Booked as a group and they chose seats that were far apart instead of together.

I liked my seat and the boarding was seamless once I arrived at the gate. The food was not good and they didn't have any vegan options. Some of the crew members were lacking empathy or personality

Well organized staff friendly and great attitude. Little awkward and slow to check a bag in Lihue but otherwise a pleasant experience

This flight was 2.5 hours delayed due to crew issues. This meant that we arrived after 2 AM. Very very inconvenient and we were not really kept well informed.

United is today and old, the planes, the staff, the business processes. Yet they expect premium prices for a less than average flight experience. I should have remembered to stay away from them and will remember to stay away from them in the future since I'm traveling a lot again. In a nutshell, they suck eggs.

The entertainment wasn’t playing in the app or online.

Horrible, the flights kept delaying, so it is obvious that we won't be able to make it to the next connection. No easier/real agent on site to help you figure this out. UA agent on other counters refuse to assist you and direct us to use the QR code/call customer service. So inefficient and poor. While technology seems convenient, but it's not the best interest/experience for customers need help while there is active issue need assistance.

Flight was delayed due to the late arrival of the catering truck, which is quite unacceptable. There was a beverage service, but no pretzel, or cookie, or nuts were served in coach.

I had a great flight. Everything went smoothly and the flight arrived early.

On time take off…US cabins look tired and need of refresh!

I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

I did not enjoy continuously being lied to about the amount of time we would circle Chicago before deciding to redirect to Milwaukee. Then the amount of time we would sit on the ground in Milwaukee waiting for gas, or to take off again. Or the amount of time it would then take to get to Chicago again, or sit on the runway waiting for a gate. The whole time continuously hopefully we would make our connecting flight that kept getting delayed as well. Only to scramble and miss it. Enough with the BS. Tell me the truth. "Sorry, things are backed up and your probably not going to make your flight. You should rebook on the next flight now rather than wait." You'll never hear those words from an airline. Speaking of which. If the flight has been redirected and/or is seriously delayed, how about making the WiFi free for everyone so they get to rebooking and reserving hotel rooms while still in the air. You've inconvenienced me already and now you want me to pay $20 for Internet so I can try to make other plans. Absolutely disgusting!

Excellent. Attendants served preflight drinks and were courteous and nice.

It was great! It’s been awhile since I’ve flown American but this most recent experience reminded me how much I enjoy flying American. Organized. Informative. Efficient. Friendly. Can’t ask for much more, except my luggage got dinged up a bit. But that could have been the airport.

It was the worst experience ever. Cabin temperature cold, for which they did not have any blankets upon my asking. We paid $125 extra for each passenger to get extra space sits; the sits were ridiculously small, tight, and uncomfortable! The flight attendant dropped ice on me and my sister! All in all, American Airlines deserves below zero!

The flight was delayed two hours, with no information as to why. The gate also changed several times which was aggravating. Would not fly through DFW again.

The inability to be flexible when you need to change a Basic Economy flight, when your company demands you book through a third party, causes raw feelings about the whole experience. A major airline should realize business and personal plans change all the time. I must save my company money on travel. Even if you have to charge me for the change, I get it. But being so rigid with a policy is not the best customer service.

WiFi was down so no entertainment and I could not work either. The flight was Very turbulent at the end (the last 20 min felt like an eternity) I appreciated the pilot for getting us there safely. The flight attending in first class was kind and attentive to everyone.

The gate crew did try to help, however they lacked the information as to whether the flight will operate or not. Being delayed 6 hours and in a limbo on whether the flight will operate or not is not fun. The airline having staffing issues is not encouraging at all.

From check-in staff to in-flight staff, everyone was wonderfully kind

The A321(?) model of the flight for 5+hrs has no seat back screens. Getting the american airlines wifi experience to watch movies on your own devices is not the same.

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