Spoke to a representative today about my tickets for tomorrow. After calling and verifying that we had reserved a bassinet for our infant at least 3 times, I was informed by the representative and their manager that while the bassinet was provided at no cost, I would have to pay for the seat upgrade to use it. This is after 5 months of purchasing the ticket.
I've also been told by this airline that their management refuses to speak to me by any other means but email and have been provided vouchers but not allowed to use them on this flight and they expire a year after my tickets were purchased.
Extremely poor customer service experience
JU
July
I love Hawaiian
The best airline I've flown with in America. Nice staff, free Wi-Fi. No flight delays.
MD
Mahadev D.
My wife and me traveled to Hawai by…
My wife and me traveled to Hawai by Hawaian Airlines. We booked the tickets for all Icelands from Priceline.
One flight was cancelled for some reason. They offered refund or we will give you ticket after two days date.
We bought the tickets of other airlines and accepted refund option.
For refund we have to claim from Priceline. We claimed refund through Priceline for more than 3 months. No refund. Avoid Hawaian Airlines as far as possible.
JB
Jackie B.
There are much better airlines to fly with
I recently went on a trip to the US and New Zealand special treat to celebrate my birthday, retirement and recovering from illness. From all the airlines I flew with in that trip Hawaiian were the worst. Only reason I gave them an extra star was the free WiFi. We honestly thought we had done something to upset the air steward his attitude was so bad. Food was terrible, there was no drink service (apart from a grudged glass of wine with the awful meal) didn’t even provide salt and pepper! About 50 minutes before landing we got a breakfast pack in a paper bag flung at us with hardly enough time to eat! No tea or coffee excuse was turbulence but to be honest I just think they couldn’t be bothered. Also having to pay separately for checked in luggage only airline we flew with throughout the trip we had to do this. Will never fly with them again due to the attitude of the crew who were obviously just there to remind you to fasten your seatbelt and put chairs in the upright position! PS forgot to mention the last airline we flew back to the UK with was Delta. What a difference in friendliness and professionalism of the crew. Maybe Hawaii airlines should send employees there for some training in customer service!
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Ahmad A.
Hawaiian Airlines: A Complete Disaster – Never Again
I’m beyond disgusted with the way Hawaiian Airlines has treated me, and it is clear that they care absolutely nothing for their passengers. I had the misfortune of experiencing flight HA19 from Sacramento to Honolulu on January 20, 2025, which was delayed by an appalling 3 hours and 37 minutes. This wasn’t just a minor inconvenience—it ruined my family’s plans, caused us to miss important commitments, and resulted in significant financial losses. If that wasn’t bad enough, Hawaiian Airlines didn’t give a damn about any of it.
Their response to the issue? A slap in the face. After I expressed my frustration and outlined the serious disruptions their delay caused, I received a dismissive response offering me a $50 travel voucher or 2,000 HawaiianMiles. Seriously? Let me spell this out: $50 for a 3-hour-and-37-minute delay that wrecked our travel schedule, forced us to incur unexpected expenses, and turned what should have been a relaxing trip into a complete nightmare. Not only is this insultingly low, but it also doesn’t even begin to cover the costs and emotional toll caused by their failure to operate properly.
Let’s be clear here: Hawaiian Airlines failed to fulfill their basic duty as an airline. Their operational failure directly affected paying customers, and instead of owning up to their mistake and offering a reasonable compensation package, they offered me a worthless voucher or miles—things that don’t even come close to addressing the actual losses I suffered. It's nothing but a pathetic attempt at appeasing an angry customer with a meaningless gesture, hoping I’d just forget about the damage they caused. But I’m not going to let this slide, and I certainly won’t be quiet about it.
The most infuriating part? Hawaiian Airlines hides behind their "internal policies and guidelines", completely disregarding industry standards for customer service and passenger compensation. If they are truly operating within those ridiculous “guidelines,” they need to take a long, hard look at how they treat people who actually pay for their service. They’re not offering any form of real remedy, and instead of showing any form of accountability, they suggested I pursue reimbursement through third-party channels. That’s right—they suggested I jump through hoops and deal with the aftermath while they washed their hands of any responsibility. Is this the level of service a major airline offers? Apparently, it is.
And to top it all off, when I requested a cash reimbursement for the financial losses I endured, Hawaiian Airlines refused. They outright rejected the idea, completely ignoring the fact that they caused a major inconvenience to me and my family. Instead of taking responsibility for their operational failure, they shifted the blame and attempted to pass the buck to third parties. This is beyond unacceptable, it’s disgraceful.
This is not how a reputable airline operates. Hawaiian Airlines does not care about its customers. They’ll take your money, delay your flight without a second thought, and then offer you a pathetic excuse for compensation hoping you’ll just move on. But not me. I will make sure my voice is heard. I will make sure everyone I know knows exactly how disrespectful and dismissive this airline is. And for anyone reading this, take my advice: avoid Hawaiian Airlines at all costs. Don’t waste your time or money on an airline that refuses to treat customers with the respect they deserve.
If you value your time, money, and sanity, don’t book with Hawaiian Airlines. They are a disgrace to the aviation industry, and I will never fly with them again. I’ll be sharing my experience across social media, review sites, and anywhere else I can, to make sure no one else falls victim to their pathetic customer service and operational failures.
JH
Jim H.
Stay away unless you like spam
In the course of booking a flight with this airline, I set up an account, and they started sending me spam almost immediately. I clicked on the link to unsubscribe, but they responded that I would have to log in - the first sign of a sleazy company. I tried to log in, but they said I needed to change my security questions - when I had just created those questions within the last couple weeks. I finally succeeded in logging in, only to find there is no obvious place on their website to update my preferences to get them to stop spamming me. Legitimate companies do not behave this way.
GP
Gabriela P.
El 1/12/24 reservé un vuelo ida y…
El 1/12/24 reservé un vuelo ida y vuelta San Francisco - Hawai. El 7/1/25 me envían un mail para avisarme que han cambiado mi vuelta de regreso por otro con una escala en Los Angeles de 8 hrs ( desde las 00 a las 08 hrs). Si bien me comunique con ellos por chat y vía mail, explicando que dicho cambio me perjudicaba y que había otro más tarde que era directo y no afectaba otras reservas que ya había realizado. De todos modos se mostraron inflexibles a realizar ningún cambio. Creo que es una aerolínea poco seria.
SK
shawn K.
my first experience flying with Hawaiian Airlines
On my flight with Hawaiian Airlines from Arizona to Honolulu on January 8, 2025, I endured an incredibly unpleasant and disrespectful experience with flight attendant Suzan Ryan. As I was making my way to my seat, she confronted me aggressively about my carry-on bag, which was well within the airline’s stated guidelines. Without warning, she accused me of carrying a bag that was too large. In a tone filled with hostility, she dismissed my attempts to explain, saying, "You can’t argue with me," and then shockingly added, "Do you smoke? I need to inspect your luggage."
Her choice of language and the aggressive tone in her voice were not only unprofessional but deeply demeaning. I felt publicly humiliated and belittled as she singled me out in front of other passengers. This unnecessary confrontation only escalated my discomfort, and it was clear that her treatment of me was completely uncalled for. Many passengers witnessed her behavior and visibly reacted with disapproval, further amplifying the sense of injustice.
Upon landing in Honolulu, I was able to speak directly with Suzan’s supervisor, who was the pilot of the flight. He was understanding and assured me that the incident would be reported. Although I cannot recall his name, it was clear that he had a Japanese-sounding name. He also informed me that I could file a formal complaint if I wished. Later, I received an apology from her supervisor, who confirmed that my carry-on bag was well within the airline’s acceptable limits. Despite this resolution, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I had been unfairly targeted. It seemed to me that Suzan had used my appearance and minority status as a reason to treat me disrespectfully.
This was my first time flying with Hawaiian Airlines and my first trip to Hawaii. Unfortunately, this incident completely overshadowed my experience and left me with a negative image of the airline. What was supposed to be an exciting and memorable trip was marred by the mistreatment I endured. I felt compelled to share this story.