domestic · 5h 30m · 4,030 km
Los Angeles to Maui
4 airlines · 4 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 38 more inches of legroom and a lie-flat bed.
A noticeably better product that justifies the pick.
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Data verified June 2026
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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 American on LAX-OGG?
First Class (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) dominates First Class (American Airlines, A321neo) in first, scoring 5.6/10 vs 2.5. The deciding factor: lie-flat seat vs recliner. American Airlines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in economy: Hawaiian or American on LAX-OGG?
Economy (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) beats Main Cabin (American Airlines, A321neo) in economy, scoring 4.9/10 vs 3.7. The deciding factor: a 10" screen vs app_only. American Airlines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in first: Hawaiian or Delta on LAX-OGG?
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 LAX-OGG?
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: Hawaiian or United on LAX-OGG?
First Class (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) dominates United First (United Airlines, 737-900ER) in first, scoring 5.6/10 vs 2.8. The deciding factor: lie-flat seat vs recliner.
Which is better in economy: Hawaiian or United on LAX-OGG?
Economy (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) edges out Economy (United Airlines, 737-900ER) in economy, scoring 4.9/10 vs 4.2. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs USB-C only. United Airlines fights back on power.
Which is better in first: American or Delta on LAX-OGG?
First Class (American Airlines, A321neo) and Delta First Class (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) score virtually the same in first: 2.5 vs 2.8/10. The biggest gap is entertainment — a 13.3" screen vs app_only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: American or Delta on LAX-OGG?
Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) edges out Main Cabin (American Airlines, A321neo) in economy, scoring 4.6/10 vs 3.7. The deciding factor: a 10" screen vs app_only.
Which is better in first: American or United on LAX-OGG?
First Class (American Airlines, A321neo) and United First (United Airlines, 737-900ER) score virtually the same in first: 2.5 vs 2.8/10. The biggest gap is entertainment — a 13" screen vs app_only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: American or United on LAX-OGG?
Economy (United Airlines, 737-900ER) edges out Main Cabin (American Airlines, A321neo) in economy, scoring 4.2/10 vs 3.7. The deciding factor: a 10" screen vs app_only. American Airlines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in first: Delta or United on LAX-OGG?
Delta First Class (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) and United First (United Airlines, 737-900ER) score virtually the same in first: 2.8 vs 2.8/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 21"-wide seats vs 20" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: Delta or United on LAX-OGG?
Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A321neo) edges out Economy (United Airlines, 737-900ER) in economy, scoring 4.6/10 vs 4.2. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs USB-C only. United Airlines fights back on power.
What are the best seats in Hawaiian First Class on LAX-OGG?
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 LAX-OGG?
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 LAX-OGG?
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 American First Class on LAX-OGG?
Best: Row 1A and 1L are farthest from the galley and offer the most privacy. All seats have direct aisle access in the 1-1 layout. Avoid: Row 5 is closest to the business class cabin and may experience some noise from the galley area between cabins. Only 10 suites total on this narrowbody. The 1-1 configuration is unique for a single-aisle aircraft. Sliding doors on all suites. This fleet is being phased out as the A321XLR enters service.
What are the best seats in American Main Cabin on LAX-OGG?
Best: Rows 11-16 are designated Main Cabin Extra with 35 inches of pitch. Row 11 bulkhead has the most legroom. Exit row offers additional space. Avoid: Last row (22) has limited recline and is near the rear lavatory. Middle seats (B and E) are least desirable. Half of the economy cabin (36 seats) is Main Cabin Extra with additional pitch. Seatback IFE screens with live TV in all economy seats. Only 72 economy seats total, making this a very premium-heavy narrowbody configuration. 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.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta First Class on LAX-OGG?
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 LAX-OGG?
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.
What are the best seats in United United First on LAX-OGG?
Best: Row 1 has the most legroom as a bulkhead. 1A and 1F offer the most privacy with the wall on one side. Row 2 is the sweet spot between legroom and storage (bulkhead rows lack under-seat storage). Avoid: Row 5 seats 5A/5B do not recline; 5E/5F have roughly half the recline of other First rows. This is the biggest seat trap on the 737-900ER. Signature Interior with Collins Aerospace Pinnacle seats, 13-inch HD seatback touchscreens with Bluetooth audio, USB-A and USB-C at every seat plus AC outlet. Complimentary meal service on flights over 800 miles; snack basket on shorter flights. ViaSat Ka-band WiFi free for MileagePlus members. Starlink awaiting FAA certification for 737-900ER, expected during 2026. Majority of fleet retrofitted to Signature Interior; some older aircraft remain.
What are the best seats in United Economy on LAX-OGG?
Best: Exit row 21 has 38.8 inches of pitch — more than First Class. The 2-seat side rows 20-21 are the best economy seats on the plane. Rows 7-14 are Economy Plus with 33-34-inch pitch. Avoid: Last row (row 33) has severely limited or no recline due to the rear lavatory wall. Rows 32-33 experience galley noise and lavatory traffic. Middle seats (B, E) in any row are the tightest at 30-inch pitch. Signature Interior with 10-inch HD seatback touchscreens and Bluetooth audio. USB-A and USB-C at every seat plus shared AC outlets. ViaSat Ka-band WiFi free for MileagePlus members. 42 Economy Plus seats in rows 7-14 have 33-34-inch pitch; 117 standard Economy seats have 30-inch pitch. Three sub-variants exist (39/42/45 Economy Plus seats); Version 2 with 42 E+ is most common (~84 of ~99 aircraft).