Flight plans rarely go how they're initially scheduled, so it's vital to understand what's possible if you need to make changes with the airline. Hawaiian Airlines has a flexible flight change policy to accommodate everyone. So this guide should give you a heads up on their current procedures, fare categories and prices.

Things You Should Know About Hawaiian Airlines Flight Change Policy

Hawaiian Airlines is now allowing travelers to make modifications to their flights more freely. According to the revised Hawaiian Airlines Flight Change Policy, passengers booked in Main Cabin, Extra Comfort and First/Premium Cabin Class can only change flights, and are waived the payment of change fees. If the new flight is more expensive than the original, though, travelers must cover the fare difference. It is worth noting that even if change fees are waived, fare differences may apply. Also, if you have purchased one of the Main Cabin Basic prices, they are still non-changeable and non-refundable. Hawaiian Airlines flight change policy

Hawaiian Airlines Flight Change Policy In a Nutshell

• Fare Class Eligibility: Curiously, most Main Cabin, Extra Comfort, and First Class fares qualify for changes without all those pesky standard change fees.
• Fares Difference: You pay for the fare difference when changing to a flight with a higher fare. If the new flight costs less, the difference is usually credited as a travel credit.
• Booking Change: You can change your flight until the departure time of your original flight, but it may depend on availability.
• Same-Day Changes: Same-day flight changes can be made for a fee, based on availability.
• Award Tickets: You can modify the flights booked with HawaiianMiles, and the miles will be adjusted according to the mileage requirement for the new flight.
• Changes Visually Impaired: Group bookings must be requested through the Hawaiian Airlines group travel department. Fees and conditions may vary.
• Non-Refundable Tickets: For non-refundable ticket holders, flight changes will be permitted without applying a standard change fee but may be subject to any applicable fare difference.

Fine Print on Fare Classes and Changing Policies

Main Cabin Basic:

Main Cabin Basic is Hawaiian Airlines’ basic economy option. This category of tickets has the following restrictions:

• Changes: Not permitted.
• Cancellations: Cancellation within 24 hours of booking and at least seven days before departure is full refundable. 
• Seat Selection: Only available at check-in.
• Upgrades: Not allowed to Preferred Seat, Extra Comfort Seat or Business/First Class.

Economy, Premium Economy, and Business:

These categories of tickets have added flexibility:

• Changes: Allowed without standard change fees.
• Fare differences: Only if the new flight is more expensive
• Cancellations: Refundable fares can be canceled with a fee, with varying fees by route:
• Neighboring Islands: $25
• North America: $100
• International: $100
• Upgrades: Applicable for upgrading to a higher class of travel with available seat inventory, and fare difference.

How to Alter Your Hawaiian Airlines Flight

Changing a Hawaiian Airlines flight is fairly simple:

1. Online via Website:

• Go to the website for Hawaiian Airlines.
• Go to the "Manage Flights" page.
• Please provide your last name and booking reference number.
• Choose your flight and select “Change Flight.”
• Follow the instructions to choose a new flight and pay any fare difference.

2. Mobile App:

• Launch the Hawaiian Airlines app.
• Tap on "Manage Flight."
• Enter your travel details.
• Click on your flight, and select “Change Flight.”
• Follow the prompts to change your reservation.

By Phone:

• Dial Hawaiian Airlines Reservations
• Provide your booking details.
• A customer service agent will help you change your flight.

Important note: If your reservation was made with a travel agent or on a third party website, you will need to contact them for changes.

Additional Considerations

• Fare differences: When switching to a higher fare, expect to pay the difference. If the new flight is cheaper, however, the fare difference is usually offered as a travel credit.
• Same-Day Standby: Hawaiian Airlines has same-day standby availability on some fares (if certain conditions are met) for a fee and based on the number of available seats.
• Travel credits: When you switch to a cheaper flight, most airlines offer any remaining balance after fare adjustments as a travel credit.

Conclusion

Hawaiian Airlines provides its passengers the world with the most flexible flight change policy. Knowing the subtleties of fare classes, what the potential fare differences are, and how to go about making changes can help you with your travel experience. Be sure to check the current policies on the official Hawaiian Airlines website or speak to a customer service representative before flying.