domestic · 6h 15m · 4,805 km
Phoenix 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) leads 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 39 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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Airlines on this route
Flying with family
- Seatback screens on Hawaiian. American, Southwest: bring your own device.
- Most legroom: Southwest (32"). Least: American (30"). That 2" difference matters with kids.
Route insights
- Hawaiian is the only carrier offering premium economy on this route, scoring 4.1/10.
- In economy, Hawaiian's Economy (A330-200) leads 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 economy: American or Southwest on PHX-HNL?
Main Cabin (American Airlines, A321neo) and Economy (open seating) (Southwest Airlines, 737-800) score virtually the same in economy: 3.7 vs 3.9/10. The biggest gap is legroom — 32" of pitch vs 30" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in first: American or Hawaiian on PHX-HNL?
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: American or Hawaiian on PHX-HNL?
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 economy: Southwest or Hawaiian on PHX-HNL?
Economy (Hawaiian Airlines, A330-200) beats Economy (open seating) (Southwest Airlines, 737-800) in economy, scoring 4.9/10 vs 3.9. The deciding factor: a 10" screen vs app_only. Southwest Airlines fights back on legroom.
What are the best seats in American First Class on PHX-HNL?
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 PHX-HNL?
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 Southwest Economy (open seating) on PHX-HNL?
Best: 16A and 16F have the most legroom (no seat in front, behind exit row). Row 12 exit row seats also have extra legroom. Avoid: Last row (row 29) is narrower, restricted recline, near galley/lavatory noise. Seats 10A, 11A, 11F lack windows. Single-class cabin. Assigned seating launched Jan 2026. Extra legroom rows at front have ~34 inch pitch. Older 737-800s lack power outlets; newer retrofits have USB-A and USB-C in seatbacks. Streaming entertainment via personal devices only. 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 Hawaiian First Class on PHX-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 PHX-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 PHX-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.