If you’re planning a trip to paradise and head to Hawaii, chances are you’ll end up flying Hawaiian Airlines to reach the islands. Hawaiian Airlines is the 10th largest airline in the nation and is by far the largest airline when it comes to carrying passengers to and from Hawaii. The company offers island-hopping flights as well as arrivals and departures to and from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Asia, and more. And let’s be honest, anyone who flies to Hawaii will likely have a decent amount of luggage with them, including a carry-on.
But how big is a carry-on bag with Hawaiian Airlines and will it cost more?
Hawaiian Airlines continues its policy
Similar to many other major airlines in the United States like Delta or American, Hawaiian Airlines allows all passengers on any flight to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag at no additional charge. This is true for all flights operated by the company, even if you opt for the cheapest ticket option – Main Cabin Basic.
Hawaiian Airlines allows you to exchange your carry-on baggage for a musical instrument as long as it fits in an approved carry-on baggage storage location on board the aircraft, regardless of size and weight. Assistive devices required for mobility or other medical needs do not count as your carry-on baggage and may be taken on board as long as they can be safely stowed.
The company also allows you to bring other ancillary items in addition to your personal item or carry-on, such as:
- Small purses or wallets
- Coats, jackets and scarves
- Mat for little feet
- Umbrellas, walking sticks or walking sticks
- Cameras and binoculars
- Reading material and food for the flight
The airline’s contract of carriage states that it reserves the right to store any hand baggage in the hold of the aircraft whenever deemed necessary based on size, available storage space or any other reason at the sole discretion of the airline.
Hawaiian Airlines carry-on size
While all airlines are solely responsible for determining carry-on size restrictions, most airlines have the same limits to make it easier for passengers (and aircraft manufacturers). That said, Hawaiian Airlines carry-on size limits mimic most of the industry and the FAA recommended dimensions are 22″ x 14″ x 9″, with the sum total of the three being 45″ or less.
Since these dimensions are fairly standard with most airlines, it makes shopping for carry-on luggage a lot easier. Here are some good examples of baggage you can use with Hawaiian Airlines:
Open Story Hardside Spinner Suitcase
Rockland London Spinner Hardside Suitcase
Skyline Wheeled Duffel Bag
Suitcase American Tourister Zoom Turbo Spinner
AMERICAN TOURIST
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iFLY Hardside Fibertech Hand Luggage
Hawaiian Airlines Personal Item Size
While Hawaiian Airlines allows all passengers to bring one personal item in addition to their carry-on baggage, the airline has no specific size requirements for this. The contract of carriage only states that it must be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you, such as a handbag, briefcase, small backpack or laptop.
Personal items are where you’ll want to keep the things you really need, especially during the flight. Here are some good examples of personal items to consider for your next flight:
Travelon Addiston Anti-Theft Tote Bag
Travelpro Maxlite 5 tote bag under the seat
Targus Laptop Briefcase
Jansport travel bags
Hawaiian Airlines carry-on weight limit
Most other airlines in the country don’t specify a carry-on weight limit, but Hawaiian Airlines is one of the few that does, and it’s lower than you might think. Company policy restricts carry-on baggage to only 25 pounds (11 kg). So if you really pack this thing, you could easily have an overweight bag.
If your baggage is deemed overweight at the gate, you may be required to check it at the gate and pay the standard checked baggage fee. It usually costs $25 per bag per way if the flight stays in Hawaii, or $30 per way if it leaves the state.
Hawaiian Airlines Basic Economy Class Carry-On Baggage Rules
Even if you opt for Hawaiian Airlines’ most affordable ticket option, Main Cabin Basic, you’ll still be allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item free of charge. You won’t get all the other amenities of a more expensive ticket like seat selection, priority boarding, seat upgrades, etc., but at least you won’t have to pay extra for your baggage!
Hawaiian Airlines transports liquids
As a US-based airline, Hawaiian follows all TSA guidelines when it comes to traveling with liquids in your carry-on. These guidelines have been combined into one simple rule, the 3-1-1 Rule:
- All liquids, gels and aerosols must be in containers of 3.4 oz or less
- All containers must fit in one clear resealable liter-sized bag
- All carry-on baggage is limited to one bag of liquids
If you’re anything like me, you might just decide to put everything in a quart-sized Ziploc bag and call it a day. But you can also spend a few dollars and get something much nicer (and reusable!):
3-1-1 travel bags
Container Store 1 Liter Clear Zipper Bags
LLBean Sea to Summit Traveling Light Clear Zipper Pouch
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