Delta Ends Hawaiian Airlines Partnership Amid Alaska Merger Shift
Delta Air Lines will officially end its long-standing partnership with Hawaiian Airlines as of June 30, 2025.
Partnership Comes to a Close
Delta will stop accepting Hawaiian miles on tickets issued after June 30. Miles from tickets issued before this date will remain valid through April 1, 2026. The partnership began in 2010, offering codeshares and mutual mileage benefits.
Hawaiian’s New Direction
Hawaiian Airlines is merging with Alaska Air Group, which acquired the carrier in 2024. Although Hawaiian will retain its brand, Alaska is the controlling company.
Alaska Airlines is a member of the oneworld alliance, which includes American Airlines. Hawaiian is expected to align with oneworld, ending old partnerships to streamline strategy.
Delta Faces Strategic Setback
The end of this partnership weakens Delta’s access to Hawaii-bound customers. United Airlines currently offers the most extensive Hawaii network of the big three U.S. carriers.
American Airlines will likely benefit most, thanks to its existing oneworld ties with Alaska.
More Terminations Ahead
Hawaiian is also ending agreements with JetBlue, Korean Air, China Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and others. Award flights on these airlines must be booked by June 30, 2025, for travel by February 28, 2026.
These changes signal Hawaiian’s move toward full integration under Alaska’s alliance and loyalty strategy.
Loyalty Programs Drive Profit
In today’s market, loyalty programs power airline profitability more than ticket sales. Delta SkyMiles members lose another redemption partner, weakening the program’s value in the Pacific. The broader airline industry continues to consolidate loyalty and strategy through alliance affiliations.
What Travelers Need to Know
Final day to issue Hawaiian tickets with Delta SkyMiles benefits: June 30, 2025. Flights must be completed by April 1, 2026, to earn or redeem Delta benefits.
Frequent flyers should plan accordingly as route access and rewards structures shift.