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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Honolulu (SFO-HNL)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Honolulu 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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8:40 am - 2:59 pmSFO-HNL
9h 19m1 stop
7:15 am - 7:30 pmHNL-SFO
9h 15m1 stop
$144Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 18
8:40 am - 2:59 pmSFO-HNL
9h 19m1 stop
2:05 pm - 10:15 pmHNL-SFO
5h 10mnonstop
$155Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 19
5:55 am - 11:53 amSFO-HNL
8h 58m1 stop
12:35 pm - 11:44 pmHNL-SFO
8h 09m1 stop
$207Delta
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Mon, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 25
5:55 am - 11:53 amSFO-HNL
8h 58m1 stop
7:00 am - 6:55 pmHNL-SFO
8h 55m1 stop
$210Delta
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Mon, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 18
4:15 pm - 6:37 pmSFO-HNL
5h 22mnonstop
10:30 pm - 6:31 amHNL-SFO
5h 01mnonstop
$219United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 13
4:15 pm - 6:37 pmSFO-HNL
5h 22mnonstop
1:20 pm - 11:59 pmHNL-SFO
7h 39m1 stop
$220United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 12
10:44 am - 1:20 pmSFO-HNL
5h 36mnonstop
3:55 pm - 11:59 pmHNL-SFO
5h 04mnonstop
$229Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 31
11:35 am - 2:10 pmSFO-HNL
5h 35mnonstop
1:18 pm - 9:26 pmHNL-SFO
5h 08mnonstop
$263Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 27
9:32 am - 5:03 pmSFO-HNL
10h 31m1 stop
12:30 pm - 11:15 pmHNL-SFO
7h 45m1 stop
$331American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 4
2:50 pm - 9:30 pmSFO-HNL
9h 40m1 stop
9:45 pm - 11:08 amHNL-SFO
10h 23m1 stop
$356American Airlines
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Thu, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 28

Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco 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 Tuesday, 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 Francisco to Honolulu. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu is January, where tickets cost $272 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $476 and $466 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 134 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu found on KAYAK was with Hawaiian Airlines for $82. Hawaiian Airlines proposed a round-trip connection from $144 and Delta from $207.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and Honolulu?

San Francisco and Honolulu are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (42 flights per week), Alaska Airlines (14 flights per week), and Hawaiian Airlines (7 flights per week).

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

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu.
There are 3 airlines that fly nonstop from San Francisco to Honolulu. They are: Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at $128 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 Francisco and Honolulu per day?

Each day, there are 9 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Honolulu, with an average flight time of 5h 30m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 63 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 9.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu take?

A direct flight to Honolulu will take on average 5h 22m to travel the 2,395 miles flying distance from San Francisco.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 7:00 am and will be landing in Honolulu at 9:32 am.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Honolulu jets off at 7:10 pm and lands at 9:43 pm.

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Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$82
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Honolulu

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

  • Can I privately breastfeed my baby at Oakland International Airport?

    You can breastfeed and nurse your baby in comfort and discretion at OAK, given that this air transit hub has two nursing rooms equipped with comfy seating, diaper changing tables, and power outlets guests can use to power up their breast pumps. In Terminal 1, there’s one between Gates 1 and 3. In Terminal 2, the remaining one is between Gates 25 and 26.

  • Where can my children have fun at San Jose International Airport?

    At SJC, you can let your children have fun and burn off all their energy at the children’s play area, the Zoom Zone. Established by the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, it boasts an interactive play area that teaches children about flying. It’s between gates 24 and 25 in Terminal B.

  • Does San Jose International Airport offer long-term parking?

    In case you want to arrive at SJC with your vehicle and leave it there till you return, you can do so with ease, given that the airport’s Economy Lot 1 offers secure long-term parking spaces at affordable rates. The lot is around half a mile from the terminal and is connected to the terminal via a courtesy shuttle.

  • Where can I get information at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    To get the information you need at HNL, visit one of the information counters spread across the airport. In Terminal 1, one is near Baggage Claims 8 and 11, and another is across from Burger King. In Terminal 2 Level 1, one is outside the international arrivals exit, and several are in the baggage claims. In Terminal 2 Level 2, the counters are near gates D1 and D2, Concourse E, and gates F1 and F2.

  • Does Daniel K. Inouye International Airport have counters for car rental agencies?

    HNL has counters for Advantage, Avis, National, Hertz, Thrifty, SIXT, Dollar, Enterprise, and Payless in its rental car center. This center is found on the lower level of the Terminal 2 parking garage.

  • Are there attractions worth checking out at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    Before exiting HNL, check out the art exhibits dotted across the airport’s buildings. The exhibits showcase artworks by local artists and art institutions. Alternatively, check out the beautifully landscaped Chinese, Japanese, and Hawaiian gardens surrounding the Terminal 2 Ticketing Lobby and E Gates.

  • Can I fly from San Francisco to Honolulu non-stop?

    Yes, you can. Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu usually take about 5.5 hours; they are also quite popular, which means the connection between these two cities is served by a number of airlines including United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Copa Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines.

  • How do I get from downtown San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport?

    If you are flying from San Francisco International Airport you can simply take advantage of the city’s rich transportation network. Indeed, downtown San Fran is connected to the airport by a number of bus lines and Amtrak connections running between the two places multiple times a day.

  • Are there on-site hotels at San Francisco International Airport?

    Yes, there are. If your flight from San Francisco to Honolulu is delayed and you need to spend the night at the airport, head to FreshenUp. Located inside the International Terminal, the facility offers a small number of en-suite rooms equipped with basic amenities such as a bed, free Wi-Fi, a desk, and a mirror. Alternatively, there are a number of hotels located just minutes from the airport like the Aloft San Francisco Airport Hotel or the Westin San Francisco Airport Hotel.

  • What is there to do in San Francisco International Airport?

    San Francisco International Airport is simply full of things to do, so if your flight has been delayed, you needn’t worry. Go to the Yoga Room to stretch between flights or to the Reflection Room for a moment of self-reflection and meditation. Hit the spa or the shops for some “me time” of pampering and retail therapy or enjoy some of the works by local artists that are displayed throughout the airport.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Honolulu was $82 for a one-way ticket and $144 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, and Japan Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Honolulu flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Honolulu are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $336 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 $275 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Honolulu

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $178 or less one-way and $356 or less round-trip.
  • You can board your flight to Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), or Oakland Airport (OAK). SFO is considered the best choice by many since it is relatively close to the city center, easy to access via public transit, features quick TSA and customs lines, and has the most amenities. OAK and SJC are suitable for travelers who don’t mind having fewer amenities, provided the airport is easier to navigate and experiences less passenger traffic.
  • Alaska, American, Delta, Hawaiian, and United Airlines are the air travel companies that offer flights from San Francisco to Honolulu. Alaska Airlines has been voted as one of the most fuel-efficient airlines in the world. This being the case, consider traveling with this airline if you’d like to travel with an eco-friendly partner.
  • In case you’re traveling to Honolulu with your pet, you can let it take a potty break, quench its thirst, and even stretch as you wait for your flight at one of SFO’s pet relief areas. SFO has pet relief areas in every terminal. Outdoors, each terminal has a relief area in its courtyard. Indoors, they’re near Concourse B restrooms in Terminal 1, gate C5 in Concourse C and Concourse D restrooms in Terminal 2, and Concourse F restrooms in Terminal 3.
  • Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu usually depart from San Francisco International Airport. The largest passenger hub in the area, the airport is located 13.2 miles south of downtown San Fran.
  • If you are traveling with children, don’t despair at the idea of having to entertain them during your time at the airport: San Francisco International Airport features a number of fully-equipped Children’s Play Areas accessorized with toys and games, books, and cartoons.
  • If Honolulu is just the first step in a longer journey, why not enjoy your layover in Hawaii? At Honolulu Airport you can have a taste of the local cuisine thanks to the many restaurants and cafés available, but you can also browse the art on display which includes large murals, paintings, and sculptures, or just relax in the Zen Garden located in the International Terminal.
  • If your flight has landed late and you don’t want to travel into Honolulu at night, why not sleep near the airport? While there is no hotel directly inside the terminals, places like the Airport Honolulu Hotel, the Best Western Plaza Hotel, and the Pacific Marina Inn are located just minutes from the passenger hub and all three offer a 24-hour shuttle service to their guests.
  • To get to your hotel in Honolulu after your flight, the best way is to book a place on the Speedishuttle, a door-to-door shuttle service that will take you straight to where you are staying. Alternatively, you can use bus line numbers 19, 20, or 31, or hail a cab from one of the many taxi ranks located outside the airport.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to Honolulu?

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

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to Honolulu

Monday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Air Canada, Air China, +17 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Air Canada, Air China, +17 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Air Canada, Air China, +17 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

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Nonstop returns

Honolulu to San Francisco

Monday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Air Canada, Air China, +17 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Air Canada, Air China, +17 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Air Canada, Air China, +17 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Honolulu

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9365 reviews
7.2Food
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.2Entertainment
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.

I don't understand why passengers are frequently told that they must check their carry-on luggage due to the full flight and we board and find there are multiple empty overhead cabins with space for our carry-on. Crew should be more accurate in their assessment of the space (they have radios and I assumed they were in communication with a crew member on the plan who could tell them that the spaces were full or that there were remaining spaces). We were told in no uncertain terms that any remaining passengers yet to board had to check their carry on because no space remained on the plane, but there were multiple spaces available (including some that were completely empty) when we boarded. As someone who travels with things I must have with me, I do not appreciate this misinformation which causes me delay because I have to wait at baggage claim to get my small carry-on.

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

If Alaska Air is going to partner with other airlines, then it has to make the transition to the connecting flight better, especially if Alaska Air is the one that is running late. When I realized our 30 minutes of lateness due to weather was going to make getting to my connecting flight home more difficult ,I would have expected more from the crew than blank stares and "sorry". My son and I had 20 minutes to get from Gate E to the end of Gate K in the Chicago airport. My 50+ year-old body had to sprint and yell to get through the throngs and have any chance of arriving to the gate on time. In addition, the seats I had chosen when I purchased the connecting flight were changed so that my son and I placed in the last rows next to the bathrooms and were separated. There needs to be better communication between the airlines if one is going to be late. The thought of not making it home on time (we still had an 1.5 hour drive to get there) was stressful and unnecessary.

On time. Seats were comfortable. Staff was great. The plane was freezing cold! (And I prefer it to be cold, but it was freezing!) And they only offered water or juice. But overall, would fly again!

They had all the passengers running around the airport as they kept changing the gate (from B7 to C1 to B16). Then they were saying the flight would be delayed and then they immediately boarded it, almost standing passengers who'd wandered off thinking it was delayed.

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.

Good and easy. Seats are a bit crammed and plane was small.

Be prepared for departure delays at SFO while the runways are under construction. No fault of the airlines, so be flexible. Alaska is my favorite air line but needs to pay flight attendants for all the time they're at work, not just when in the air.

Crew was great snacks could be approved upon. Healthier options

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.

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

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.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

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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