For a long time, Hawaiian charged just about whatever they wanted on flights between Hawaii and Las Vegas. With Southwest entering the market, though, that can't be the case anymore. Or can it? Let's do a Honolulu - Las Vegas airfare comparison to see how things are going right now. … [Read more...] about Honolulu – Las Vegas Airfare Comparison
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Southwest Announces Hawaii-Las Vegas Routes
Watch out, Hawaiian! Your fortress, profit-making routes are increasingly under fire. Especially since Southwest announces Hawaii-Las Vegas routes, but that's just the beginning. The airline also announced several other new routes will see boosts in frequencies. … [Read more...] about Southwest Announces Hawaii-Las Vegas Routes
Southwest Announces New Long Beach-Kahului Route
Last November, Southwest Airlines began expanding its service out of Long Beach. At the time, it announced one new route from the airport to Hawaii. That route will provide service to Honolulu in direct competition with Hawaiian. And, now, they're at it again as Southwest announces a new Long Beach-Kahului Route. … [Read more...] about Southwest Announces New Long Beach-Kahului Route
Southwest Launching New Honolulu-Long Beach Route
Despite the ongoing pandemic, one airline is continuing to grow its presence in Hawaii. And that airline is Southwest, which is launching a new Honolulu-Long Beach route. And this isn't just a resumption of suspended routes - this is the addition of entirely NEW routes. … [Read more...] about Southwest Launching New Honolulu-Long Beach Route
Southwest Companion Pass Sign-Up Bonus
The Southwest Airlines Companion Pass is one of the best airline elite benefits around. And, while you normally have to fly a lot to get it, now you can get the Southwest Companion Pass as a sign-up bonus. … [Read more...] about Southwest Companion Pass Sign-Up Bonus
Turn Your Southwest Travel Fund into Points
All the way back in April, Southwest Airlines announced that they'd let you turn your Southwest Travel Fund into points. And, now, you are finally able to do this right from your Rapid Rewards account. … [Read more...] about Turn Your Southwest Travel Fund into Points
My Airline Pandemic Cancelation Experiences
As you all know, because of the pandemic, I've had to cancel two trips (so far). But, only recently, did I cancel my last remaining flight. So, here are my airline pandemic cancelation experiences and how they compare. … [Read more...] about My Airline Pandemic Cancelation Experiences
Southwest Extends Elite Statuses and More!
Most other US airlines have already announced pandemic-related concessions for its frequent fliers. And, now, the largest LCC in the country joins in as Southwest extends elite statuses and more! … [Read more...] about Southwest Extends Elite Statuses and More!
Southwest is Adding a Fourth Hawaii Gateway
Despite all of the doom and gloom this year, Southwest isn't giving up on its Hawaii ambitions. In fact, Southwest is adding a fourth Hawaii gateway out of California in the near future. … [Read more...] about Southwest is Adding a Fourth Hawaii Gateway
Hawaii-West Coast Pricing Observations
Following up on my post about inter-island flight pricing the other week, today I'm taking a look at Hawaii-West Coast pricing observations. And, the results weren't quite what I expected. … [Read more...] about Hawaii-West Coast Pricing Observations