Hawaiian Adds Seattle Flights to Osaka and Tahiti for 2027
Hawaiian plans Seattle–Osaka flights from May 14 and Seattle–Tahiti service from June 11, 2027, with tickets now available.
Key Takeaways
- **Seattle–Osaka:** Starts May 14, 2027, with four weekly departures.
- **Seattle–Papeete:** Starts June 11, 2027, with three weekly departures.
- **Season:** Both routes are planned to operate year-round.
- **Onboard:** Lie-flat business-class Suites and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi for Atmos Rewards members.
- **Booking:** Tickets are available through Alaska and Hawaiian’s websites.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines announced new nonstop routes from Seattle to Osaka and Papeete on October 20. The official announcement says Hawaiian will operate both services using Airbus A330 aircraft.
What this means for your next trip
The routes add nonstop options from Seattle for Japan and French Polynesia. Travelers elsewhere in the United States can compare connections through Seattle with existing itineraries.
Key details
- **Seattle–Osaka:** Starts May 14, 2027, with four weekly departures.
- **Seattle–Papeete:** Starts June 11, 2027, with three weekly departures.
- **Season:** Both routes are planned to operate year-round.
- **Onboard:** Lie-flat business-class Suites and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi for Atmos Rewards members.
- **Booking:** Tickets are available through Alaska and Hawaiian’s websites.
The airline advertises introductory round-trip Main Cabin fares from Seattle starting at $999 to Papeete and $1,199 to Osaka through October 26, subject to availability and offer conditions.
Schedules remain subject to change and government approval.
Bottom line for passengers
Check departure days, return dates and the complete fare conditions before booking. For onward island travel from Tahiti, confirm the connecting service separately.
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