These items now qualify as standard checked baggage on Hawaiian Airlines
Jan 08, 2025
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- New changes are coming to Hawaiian Airlines checked bag policy for those who want to take their Hawaiʻi, mainland and international adventures to the next level.
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The airline announced on Wednesday it would be expanding its standard checked bag policy to include surfboards, bicycles, golf clubs and other sporting equipment on every flight.
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These changes go hand in hand with the launch of Hawaiian Airlines’ Huakaʻi by Hawaiian, a program that provides kamaʻaina with exclusive perks and discounts.
Hawaiʻi is synonymous with surfing and many ocean and land-based activities that draw visitors from around the world. We are excited to extend this new benefit to our visitors and kamaʻāina so they can enjoy their favorite sports and hobbies while exploring Hawaiʻi and anywhere they travel in our network, including Asia, Oceania and the U.S. continent.
Sandra Wang, product manager at Hawaiian Airlines
Passengers who buy a ticket with a Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard can also receive two checked bags, including sports equipment on eligible flights.
Members can also receive "a free checked bag on Neighbor Island flights, 10 or 20% off one Neighbor Island booking per quarter and network-wide deals monthly."
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Officials added the incentive counts as a standard checked bag on Alaska Air flights.