domestic · 6h 40m · 4,987 km
Salt Lake City to Honolulu
2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked
Delta is the only carrier offering business class on this route, scoring 7.0/10.Delta is the only carrier offering premium economy on this route, scoring 5.7/10.
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Fly Delta. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
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Data verified June 2026
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Route insights
- Delta is the only carrier offering business class on this route, scoring 7.0/10.
- Delta is the only carrier offering premium economy on this route, scoring 5.7/10.
- In economy, Delta's Main Cabin (767-300ER) leads the field with a 5.2/10.
- Alaska is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 2.8/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in economy: Delta or Alaska on SLC-HNL?
Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, 767-300ER) edges out Main Cabin (Alaska Airlines, 737-900ER) in economy, scoring 5.2/10 vs 4.4. The deciding factor: complimentary meals vs buy on board.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta One on SLC-HNL?
Best: Even-numbered window seats are recessed closer to the window with better privacy shields. Bulkhead row 1 has the most space. Avoid: Odd-numbered rows sit closer to the aisle with less privacy. Last row nearest the premium economy curtain. 26 Thompson Vantage seats in 1-2-1 staggered layout — same product family as the 767-400ER but with smaller 10.1-inch IFE screens vs 16-inch on the 764. No sliding doors. Narrower fuselage than widebody aircraft makes seats feel slightly tighter. Missoni amenity kit and duvet provided.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta Premium Select on SLC-HNL?
Best: All seats are in 2-2-2 — no middle seats in any row. Window pairs ideal for couples. Avoid: Last row nearest economy cabin. 18 Premium Select seats in 2-2-2 layout. No middle seats is a significant advantage. 10-inch seatback IFE. Premium amenity kit and enhanced meal service included.
What are the best seats in Delta Main Cabin on SLC-HNL?
Best: Comfort+ rows offer 34-inch pitch. Window doublets (2-abreast sides) avoid the center middle seat. Avoid: Center seat E in the 3-abreast middle section. Last rows near rear galley. 151 economy seats including 21 Comfort+ with 34-inch pitch. 2-3-2 layout means no middle seat on the sides. 10.1-inch seatback IFE at every seat. Complimentary meals on international flights. Delta Sync free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members.
What are the best seats in Alaska First Class on SLC-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 SLC-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.