Hawaiian Airlines will relaunch a nonstop service connecting Tokyo’s Haneda Airport to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport this fall. The airline had initially launched the Haneda-Kona route in 2016 but had to halt this flight service in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We’re very pleased to bring back our convenient nonstop service between Tokyo and Hawaiʻi Island as we continue to restore our Japan network to meet increasing demand,” said Takaya Shishido, Japan country director at Hawaiian Airlines. “The gradual increase in our weekly service from November through March allows us to ramp up our operations to serve our guests.”
Recommencing Tokyo-Kona Route:
On October 29th, Hawaiian Airlines will start with three flights operating through November 4th. The airline will restore its regular weekly schedule on November 22. After that, Hawaiian will gradually return to its original thrice-weekly schedule in March 2024.
Increasing Capacity
By March 13th, the airline’s seating capacity for Japan routes will be 59% higher than in summer 2023.
Hawaiian Airlines Routes to Japan
Hawaiian currently offers daily service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Tokyo’s Haneda, and Osaka’s Kansai (KIX) airports. The airline also operates a six-times-weekly service between HNL and Tokyo Narita (NRT) airport. Additionally, Hawaiian Airlines flies thrice weekly between Honolulu and Fukuoka (FUK) airport.
Flight Schedules:
KONA-HANEDA (Oct. 29 – Nov. 4):
- HA851: From Kona to Haneda, departs at 18:15 and arrives by 22:00.
- HA852: Flies Haneda to Kona, departing at 23:55 and landing at 12:50.
KONA-HANEDA (Starting Nov. 22):
- HA851: Starts from 18:15 and frequency varies from once weekly to thrice weekly by March 13th.
- HA852: Takes off from Haneda at 23:55.
Inside Hawaiian Airlines Spacious Airbus A330 Flights
The Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330 serves all Japan routes. These aircraft feature 278-seats, including 18 Premium Cabin lie-flat seats, 68 Extra Comfort seats, and 192 Main Cabin seats.
A330 Premium Cabin Experience
Incorporating flowing curves evocative of the winds and the ocean, Hawaiian’s spacious Premium Cabin features 18 lie-flat leather seats. They extend into 180-degree beds at a roomy 20.5 inches wide and 76 inches long. Aligned in a 2-2-2 configuration, the seats are ideally tailored to leisure guests such as couples, families, and honeymooners. They also offer superior functionality to the business traveler.
A330 Extra Comfort and Main Cabin
The airline’s A330 Main cabin is laid out in a 2-4-2 configuration. The 68 Extra Comfort seats offer 36 inches of legroom, priority boarding, a complimentary amenity kit, and a personal power outlet. All seats offer seat-back screens for in-flight entertainment.
Hawaiian Airlines: The Icon of Aloha Spirit
Hawaiʻi’s largest and longest-serving airline, Hawaiian Airlines doesn’t just connect destinations; it connects people with the heart of aloha. Hawaiian Airlines offers over 150 daily flights across the Hawaiian Islands and 15 U.S. gateway cities. The US Department of Transportation has reported Hawaiian as the most punctual US airline for 18 consecutive years.
Support for Maui:
While West Maui is currently inaccessible due to recent wildfires, most of the island is open. Travelers can visit Kahului, Wailuku, Kihei, Wailea, Makena, Paia, and Hana on Maui. Hawaiian Airlines goes beyond flying and aids recovery efforts through platforms like Malama Maui and Travel Pono Maui.