domestic · 6h 00m · 4,462 km
Seattle to Honolulu
3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
Hawaiian is the only carrier offering premium economy on this route, scoring 4.1/10.In economy, Hawaiian's Economy (A330-200) edges out the field with a 4.9/10.
Quick pick
Fly Hawaiian. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If prices are similar, go with this one.
Fly Hawaiian. It has 36 more inches of legroom and a lie-flat bed.
A noticeably better product that justifies the pick.
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Route insights
- Hawaiian is the only carrier offering premium economy on this route, scoring 4.1/10.
- In economy, Hawaiian's Economy (A330-200) edges out the field with a 4.9/10.
- In first class, Hawaiian's First Class (A330-200) dominates the field with a 5.6/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in first: Hawaiian or Alaska on SEA-HNL?
First Class (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) dominates First Class (Alaska Airlines, 737-900ER) in first, scoring 5.6/10 vs 2.8. The deciding factor: lie-flat seat vs recliner. Alaska Airlines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in economy: Hawaiian or Alaska on SEA-HNL?
Economy (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) edges out Main Cabin (Alaska Airlines, 737-900ER) in economy, scoring 4.9/10 vs 4.4. The deciding factor: complimentary meals vs buy on board.
Which is better in first: Hawaiian or Delta on SEA-HNL?
First Class (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) dominates Delta First Class (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) in first, scoring 5.6/10 vs 2.8. The deciding factor: lie-flat seat vs recliner. Delta Air Lines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in economy: Hawaiian or Delta on SEA-HNL?
Economy (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) edges out Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) in economy, scoring 4.9/10 vs 4.6. The deciding factor: complimentary meals vs buy on board. Delta Air Lines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in first: Alaska or Delta on SEA-HNL?
First Class (Alaska Airlines, 737-900ER) and Delta First Class (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) score virtually the same in first: 2.8 vs 2.8/10. The biggest gap is seat type — recliner vs recliner — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: Alaska or Delta on SEA-HNL?
Main Cabin (Alaska Airlines, 737-900ER) and Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) score virtually the same in economy: 4.4 vs 4.6/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 18"-wide seats vs 17.5" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in Hawaiian First Class on SEA-HNL?
Best: Row 1 window seats (1A, 1K) for maximum privacy. Center pairs (1D, 1G) work well for couples. Avoid: Aisle seats in the 2-2-2 layout have less privacy. Center-aisle seats in row 3 are near the cabin divider. 180-degree lie-flat seats in 2-2-2 layout. No seatback IFE; iPads are distributed to passengers with movie/TV content. Free Starlink wifi fleet-wide. Multi-course meal service with Hawaiian-inspired cuisine. No amenity kit provided; blanket and pillow at seat. Center divider can be raised between paired seats.
What are the best seats in Hawaiian Extra Comfort on SEA-HNL?
Best: Row 4 bulkhead seats have the most legroom in Extra Comfort. Window pairs (A-B and J-K) avoid center section. Avoid: Center seats (D, E, F, G) in the 2-4-2 layout have no direct aisle or window access. 36-inch pitch with 6 inches of recline. Personal power outlet at every seat. Seatback IFE screens with Panasonic entertainment system. Free Starlink wifi. Complimentary meal service on mainland routes. Priority boarding included. Blanket and pillow provided.
What are the best seats in Hawaiian Economy on SEA-HNL?
Best: Window pairs in rows 13-14 (just behind Extra Comfort divider) are quieter. Row 27 exit row has extra legroom. Avoid: Center seats (D-G) in the 2-4-2 layout. Last rows near galley and lavatories. 31-inch pitch in 2-4-2 layout. Seatback IFE screens at every seat with USB-A charging port next to screen. No AC power outlets in standard economy. Free Starlink wifi for all passengers. Complimentary meal service on mainland long-haul routes.
What are the best seats in Alaska First Class on SEA-HNL?
Best: Row 1 for maximum legroom. Window seats in rows 1-2 are quiet and private. Avoid: Row 4 (last row of first) may have limited meal choices due to service order. 41-inch pitch is among the best domestic first class products in the US. No seatback IFE screens; stream to personal devices via Gogo 2Ku Wi-Fi. USB-A and AC outlet under center armrest. Free for T-Mobile customers. Pre-order meals system with limited choices.
What are the best seats in Alaska Main Cabin on SEA-HNL?
Best: Exit row seats (row 15/16) offer extra legroom. Avoid: Last row (34) has limited recline and is near the lavatory. Middle seats throughout. Standard domestic economy with 31-inch pitch. USB-A and AC power at every seat. No seatback screens; entertainment streams to personal devices. Boeing Sky Interior with larger overhead bins. Exit row seats on the 737 offer extra legroom but do not recline. The row immediately before the exit also has limited recline due to clearance requirements.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta First Class on SEA-HNL?
Best: Row 1 has the most legroom as a bulkhead. 1A and 1D are window seats with the most privacy. All first class seats have memory foam cushioning. Avoid: Row 5 is closest to the Delta Comfort+ cabin and the forward galley/lavatory. Seat 5B and 5C are more exposed to foot traffic. Recaro CL4710 recliner seats with winged headrests for privacy. 13-inch HD touchscreen seatback IFE at every seat. USB and AC power at every seat. Exclusive forward lavatory for first class. Complimentary drinks and snacks, upgraded meal service on longer flights.
What are the best seats in Delta Main Cabin on SEA-HNL?
Best: Delta Comfort+ rows (approximately 10-19, 60 seats) offer 33-34 inches of pitch with priority boarding, dedicated overhead bins, and complimentary premium snacks/drinks. Row 10 bulkhead has the most legroom. Avoid: Rows near the mid-cabin lavatory area (around rows 10-12) may experience traffic and noise. Last 2 rows near rear lavatories. Middle seats (B and E) throughout. 60 of the 174 economy seats are Delta Comfort+ with 33-34 inches of pitch. Remaining 114 Main Cabin seats have 31 inches of pitch. 10-inch seatback IFE at every seat. Collins Aerospace Meridian slimline seats. Delta Sync free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members. Exit row seats on the A320/A321 family offer extra legroom but do not recline. The row immediately before the exit also has limited recline due to clearance requirements.