Guide to and Questions Concerning Connecting thru HNL & other Hawai`i airports
#556
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Hope you booked it.
Well good to hear that the Hawaiian flight opened up for you and at an even lower price point.
Aside from the mileage accumulation and baggage Inter-line agreement...the Main reason we select Hawaiian Airlines over the competitors is Safety, Comfort and on-time performance.
This itinerary will allow for a 150 min connection at HNL, which should encourage a smooth transition.
Aside from the mileage accumulation and baggage Inter-line agreement...the Main reason we select Hawaiian Airlines over the competitors is Safety, Comfort and on-time performance.
This itinerary will allow for a 150 min connection at HNL, which should encourage a smooth transition.
#557
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: HNL
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Thanks you for the advice. When I posted the question, the HA 304 was sold out but now today its available again :-) and even a little cheaper than the earlier flight. I agree I would prefer to fly HI b.c. of the Delta sky miles program and the greater likelihood that they would take my luggage all the way through to the final destaination.
#558
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 73
Hi guys, just a quick question.
Going to be booking SEA-HNL with Alaska Air, and then HNL-LNY with Island Air.
I'm pretty sure from reading this thread that I'll be able to check my bags right through to save having to collect them, but will I still have to check-in for my Island Air flight at the desk?
It looks as though from the first thread post that I can just go to the Commuter Terminal and check in at the departure gate, rather than having to go back out to the main check-in desk, which would mean having to go through security again. Is that right?
I will try to book online, but we are coming from the UK and Seattle is the first two nights of our honeymoon so it might not be possible.
Going to be booking SEA-HNL with Alaska Air, and then HNL-LNY with Island Air.
I'm pretty sure from reading this thread that I'll be able to check my bags right through to save having to collect them, but will I still have to check-in for my Island Air flight at the desk?
It looks as though from the first thread post that I can just go to the Commuter Terminal and check in at the departure gate, rather than having to go back out to the main check-in desk, which would mean having to go through security again. Is that right?
I will try to book online, but we are coming from the UK and Seattle is the first two nights of our honeymoon so it might not be possible.
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Yes you do not need to exit security. Just follow the instructions and you should be fine. There is a WP service counter in the gate holding area.
Originally Posted by paulmasterton
Hi guys, just a quick question.
Going to be booking SEA-HNL with Alaska Air, and then HNL-LNY with Island Air.
I'm pretty sure from reading this thread that I'll be able to check my bags right through to save having to collect them, but will I still have to check-in for my Island Air flight at the desk?
It looks as though from the first thread post that I can just go to the Commuter Terminal and check in at the departure gate, rather than having to go back out to the main check-in desk, which would mean having to go through security again. Is that right?
I will try to book online, but we are coming from the UK and Seattle is the first two nights of our honeymoon so it might not be possible.
Going to be booking SEA-HNL with Alaska Air, and then HNL-LNY with Island Air.
I'm pretty sure from reading this thread that I'll be able to check my bags right through to save having to collect them, but will I still have to check-in for my Island Air flight at the desk?
It looks as though from the first thread post that I can just go to the Commuter Terminal and check in at the departure gate, rather than having to go back out to the main check-in desk, which would mean having to go through security again. Is that right?
I will try to book online, but we are coming from the UK and Seattle is the first two nights of our honeymoon so it might not be possible.
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Yes you do not need to exit security. Just follow the instructions and you should be fine. There is a WP service counter in the gate holding area.
Originally Posted by paulmasterton
Hi guys, just a quick question.
Going to be booking SEA-HNL with Alaska Air, and then HNL-LNY with Island Air.
I'm pretty sure from reading this thread that I'll be able to check my bags right through to save having to collect them, but will I still have to check-in for my Island Air flight at the desk?
It looks as though from the first thread post that I can just go to the Commuter Terminal and check in at the departure gate, rather than having to go back out to the main check-in desk, which would mean having to go through security again. Is that right?
I will try to book online, but we are coming from the UK and Seattle is the first two nights of our honeymoon so it might not be possible.
Going to be booking SEA-HNL with Alaska Air, and then HNL-LNY with Island Air.
I'm pretty sure from reading this thread that I'll be able to check my bags right through to save having to collect them, but will I still have to check-in for my Island Air flight at the desk?
It looks as though from the first thread post that I can just go to the Commuter Terminal and check in at the departure gate, rather than having to go back out to the main check-in desk, which would mean having to go through security again. Is that right?
I will try to book online, but we are coming from the UK and Seattle is the first two nights of our honeymoon so it might not be possible.
#561
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Question about nudo-scopes in HNL
When I boarded my JAL flight out of HNL in December it was early in the morning and all scanners were roped off, but recently i heard it wasn't the case. A friend of mine got radiated upon before barding China Airlines flight to Tokyo. I might be using the same flight in November [removed inappropriate characterization per the TOS]
So question 1: Which check points would be most likely to have [redacted per the TOS] scanners roped off around 7-8AM?
Question 2: I heard about a little cheat called "inter-island terminal", but how does that work? Can I walk from that terminal to my international secure area?
And more importantly, are [the TSA] in inter-island terminal going to let me through with a boarding pass to international flight departing out of completely different terminal?
So question 1: Which check points would be most likely to have [redacted per the TOS] scanners roped off around 7-8AM?
Question 2: I heard about a little cheat called "inter-island terminal", but how does that work? Can I walk from that terminal to my international secure area?
And more importantly, are [the TSA] in inter-island terminal going to let me through with a boarding pass to international flight departing out of completely different terminal?
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[Removed quote of original TOS-violating post]
An option is to 'Opt out' of the scan and have a full body patdown. That's what I did in June when leaving HNL.
An option is to 'Opt out' of the scan and have a full body patdown. That's what I did in June when leaving HNL.
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#563
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Everyone knows about this, but if there is a chance to avoid dealing with [the TSA], I would gladly take it, even if it would involve a 20 minute hike to another terminal.
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#565
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: MKE
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Choose the Hawaiian Airlines' flight regardless of time.
On your return to the Mainland...120 min connection time is ideal...90 mins minimum.
It is different on the inbound from the Mainland...as if there is a delay from the Mainland( often happens)...there are usually many Inter-island flight options.....Not the case when returning to the Mainland.
So, are the other HA flights soldout?? HA 304 arriving HNL 1030...or HA 514 arriving 1124?
The direct walk from the Inter-island terminal takes roughly 20 mins. The Delta gates are a little closer than say...United...so you have a slight advantage there.
Keep in mind that Delta flight will start boarding 30 -40 mins prior to departure...and if folks aren't checked in and present...the standbys are clicking their heels. So don't leave it too tight.
On your return to the Mainland...120 min connection time is ideal...90 mins minimum.
It is different on the inbound from the Mainland...as if there is a delay from the Mainland( often happens)...there are usually many Inter-island flight options.....Not the case when returning to the Mainland.
So, are the other HA flights soldout?? HA 304 arriving HNL 1030...or HA 514 arriving 1124?
The direct walk from the Inter-island terminal takes roughly 20 mins. The Delta gates are a little closer than say...United...so you have a slight advantage there.
Keep in mind that Delta flight will start boarding 30 -40 mins prior to departure...and if folks aren't checked in and present...the standbys are clicking their heels. So don't leave it too tight.
HA 105: 6:54 am arrival (76 minute layover)
or
Flying OGG to HNL the night before to not risk missing my HNL-LAX flight due to delays.
#566
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You should be OK with a 76 min connection in HNL on your return to the Mainland. The fact that it is in the early a.m is on your side as well....less chance of delay.
Have your bags interlined in OGG Present both itineraries (If separate) to ticket agent for baggage tag all the way through to your final destination. You will be able to stay inside Security...and just have a brief Ag inspection of your hand luggage as you transfer through to the Main terminal. I would walk it.....(No Wiki Wiki shuttle ..they tend to be pokey)
Proceed directly to the AA gate.
Have your bags interlined in OGG Present both itineraries (If separate) to ticket agent for baggage tag all the way through to your final destination. You will be able to stay inside Security...and just have a brief Ag inspection of your hand luggage as you transfer through to the Main terminal. I would walk it.....(No Wiki Wiki shuttle ..they tend to be pokey)
Proceed directly to the AA gate.
#567
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Is this 90 minute minimum the absolute minimum? I've got an 8:10 am AA flight from HNL to LAX already booked. I'm trying to decide between the following flights from OGG to HNL:
HA 105: 6:54 am arrival (76 minute layover)
or
Flying OGG to HNL the night before to not risk missing my HNL-LAX flight due to delays.
HA 105: 6:54 am arrival (76 minute layover)
or
Flying OGG to HNL the night before to not risk missing my HNL-LAX flight due to delays.
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Is this 90 minute minimum the absolute minimum? I've got an 8:10 am AA flight from HNL to LAX already booked. I'm trying to decide between the following flights from OGG to HNL:
HA 105: 6:54 am arrival (76 minute layover)
or
Flying OGG to HNL the night before to not risk missing my HNL-LAX flight due to delays.
If you are interlining bags, reports here have web that 90 minutes is the minimum connection AA will allow for such a connection. Not sure whether this is still true. But if you don't have bags you don't need 90 minutes, assuming your flight arrives on time.
Originally Posted by umafuaba
Choose the Hawaiian Airlines' flight regardless of time.
On your return to the Mainland...120 min connection time is ideal...90 mins minimum.
It is different on the inbound from the Mainland...as if there is a delay from the Mainland( often happens)...there are usually many Inter-island flight options.....Not the case when returning to the Mainland.
So, are the other HA flights soldout?? HA 304 arriving HNL 1030...or HA 514 arriving 1124?
The direct walk from the Inter-island terminal takes roughly 20 mins. The Delta gates are a little closer than say...United...so you have a slight advantage there.
Keep in mind that Delta flight will start boarding 30 -40 mins prior to departure...and if folks aren't checked in and present...the standbys are clicking their heels. So don't leave it too tight.
On your return to the Mainland...120 min connection time is ideal...90 mins minimum.
It is different on the inbound from the Mainland...as if there is a delay from the Mainland( often happens)...there are usually many Inter-island flight options.....Not the case when returning to the Mainland.
So, are the other HA flights soldout?? HA 304 arriving HNL 1030...or HA 514 arriving 1124?
The direct walk from the Inter-island terminal takes roughly 20 mins. The Delta gates are a little closer than say...United...so you have a slight advantage there.
Keep in mind that Delta flight will start boarding 30 -40 mins prior to departure...and if folks aren't checked in and present...the standbys are clicking their heels. So don't leave it too tight.
HA 105: 6:54 am arrival (76 minute layover)
or
Flying OGG to HNL the night before to not risk missing my HNL-LAX flight due to delays.
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If you are interlining bags, reports here have web that 90 minutes is the minimum connection AA will allow for such a connection. Not sure whether this is still true. But if you don't have bags you don't need 90 minutes, assuming your flight arrives on time.
If you are interlining bags, reports here have web that 90 minutes is the minimum connection AA will allow for such a connection. Not sure whether this is still true. But if you don't have bags you don't need 90 minutes, assuming your flight arrives on time.
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HA will interline checked bags with a 75 min CNX. I have done it many times. If they were coming TO HNL on AA they could have trouble getting AA to interline with a CNX less than 90 mins.
Yup you're right I misread the post.
Originally Posted by donnyb
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If you are interlining bags, reports here have web that 90 minutes is the minimum connection AA will allow for such a connection. Not sure whether this is still true. But if you don't have bags you don't need 90 minutes, assuming your flight arrives on time.
If you are interlining bags, reports here have web that 90 minutes is the minimum connection AA will allow for such a connection. Not sure whether this is still true. But if you don't have bags you don't need 90 minutes, assuming your flight arrives on time.