The airline map to Hawaii is being redrawn in 2026. Alaska Airlines (now merged with Hawaiian) is planting flags at secondary California airports. Southwest is counter-punching with its own routes to the same airports weeks later. Delta is restoring long-haul mainland service that disappeared during the pandemic. And Hawaiian Airlines just announced a $600 million, five-year plan to overhaul its fleet, lounges, and terminals.
If you’re booking a Hawaii trip this year, your options are wider than they’ve been in years. Here’s every new route and what it means for fares and availability.
