Hawaiian Airlines became the newest member of the oneworld alliance, connecting Hawaii to more of the world with the largest network of flights to, from and within the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaiian’s oneworld membership, the 96-year carrier’s first entry into a major alliance, makes it easier than ever for travelers worldwide to visit Hawaii.
Hawaiian Airlines guests who are members of Atmos Rewards, the loyalty program of the combined Hawaiian and Alaska airlines, can earn and redeem points, and enjoy elite status, when traveling on any of the 14 other oneworld airlines that serve nearly 1,000 global destinations across more than 170 countries throughout the Asia‑Pacific region, the U.S. continent, Europe and beyond. Members of oneworld alliance airlines’ loyalty programs can earn and redeem points and have their elite status recognized on all Hawaiian Airlines flights starting April 23.
“A warm aloha to our new oneworld ʻohana, or family, of the world’s leading global airlines, including exceptional flag carriers that, much like Hawaiian, share the beauty and culture of our home with our guests from around the world,” said Hawaiian Airlines CEO Diana Birkett Rakow. “We are excited to give Hawaii residents and all of our Atmos Rewards members access to exciting destinations around the world – from Honolulu to Hong Kong, Maui to Melbourne and Līhu’e to London, and to welcome new oneworld guests with our genuine Hawaiian hospitality while inspiring visitors to appreciate Hawaii’s people, culture, and natural environment.”
Hawaiian Airlines, which offers about 230 daily flights to, from and within the Hawaiian Islands and welcomed more than 11 million passengers in 2025, links the Hawaiian Islands with key destinations in Asia, North America and the South Pacific, including oneworld hubs in Los Angeles, New York–JFK, Seattle, Sydney and Tokyo.
“We are delighted to officially welcome Hawaiian Airlines into the oneworld family, further strengthening our alliance’s footprint in the Pacific region and the United States,” said Ole Orvér, CEO of oneworld. “Renowned for its award-winning hospitality for almost 100 years, Hawaiian Airlines will make travel to the beautiful islands of Hawaii more connected and rewarding for oneworld customers, delivering an elevated journey that brings the spirit of aloha to our alliance.”
Enhanced Benefits for Atmos Rewards Members
With Hawaiian’s oneworld membership, Atmos Rewards members will enjoy a consistent and elevated travel experience across alliance airlines. Key benefits include:
- Earning and redeeming points and status points when flying on oneworld member airlines.
- Booking flights on oneworld airlines directly at hawaiianairlines.com, alaskaair.com or the single Alaska Hawaiian app.
- Atmos Rewards elite members receive equivalent oneworld status (Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald) and access to nearly 700 premium lounges, including oneworld branded lounges in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Seoul‘s Incheon Airport.
- Extra checked bag allowance and priority baggage handling for Sapphire and Emerald members when flying oneworld airlines.
- Priority check‑in, preferred and pre‑reserved seating, priority boarding and more.
- Fast Track security access at select airports for eligible elites.
Later this year, Hawaiian Airlines will celebrate its alliance membership by introducing a special oneworld livery on an Airbus A330 wide-body aircraft.
Strengthening the Hawaiian-Alaska Combination
Hawaiian’s entry into oneworld marks a major milestone in its combination with Alaska Airlines—which joined the alliance in 2021—as part of Alaska Air Group‘s Alaska Accelerate strategic plan to connect guests to the world with a travel experience rooted in safety, care and performance. Together, the two carriers strengthen Alaska’s position as the fourth‑largest U.S. global airline, enhance competition in the U.S. airline industry, and offer travelers greater choice, reach and value including through the airlines’ combined loyalty program, Atmos Rewards.
The alliance will also deliver broader economic benefits to Hawaii. With increased global connectivity and the opportunity for oneworld members to earn benefits and be recognized on both Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, the carriers will continue to welcome thoughtful travelers to the islands—supporting the state’s tourism industry and local economy.
“Strengthening global air access helps us share Hawaii with more places around the world, while welcoming visitors in ways that respect our communities, culture and natural resources,” said Caroline Anderson, interim president and CEO of the Hawaii Tourism Authority. “Hawaiian Airlines’ entry into the oneworld alliance expands connectivity to key markets, makes travel more seamless for residents and visitors, and supports high-value visitation that sustains local jobs and businesses across the islands.”
Together, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are also a cornerstone investor in the oneworld Breakthrough Energy Ventures fund, which is focused on identifying and scaling innovative new sustainable aviation fuel technologies.
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