Hawaiian Airlines and Delta Join Forces; Delta comes to Kona and Lihue

Delta Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have made the much-anticipated announcement of their frequent flier partnership, providing both carriers members more choices in mileage earning and redemption. Delta members will earn base miles on Hawaiian flights and can earn and redeem miles on all Hawaiian services. Hawaiian members can earn and redeem miles on all Delta services.

Delta is also commencing non-stop service from Los Angeles to Kona and Lihue starting in June.

This announcement continues Hawaiian’s positioning with mainland carriers (Continental and now Delta) for possible future acquisition.