What’s Happening to HawaiianMiles? Big Changes Ahead for Hawaii Travelers
What’s Happening to HawaiianMiles? Big Changes Ahead for Hawaii Travelers
Worried about your HawaiianMiles? You're not alone.
Here at Hawaii Reward Travel, we’ve been getting flooded with questions like:
“Are my miles going to disappear?”
“Should I transfer them to someone?”
“Is it true I can’t use Amex points with Hawaiian anymore?”
Let’s clear the confusion.
HawaiianMiles will officially end in August 2025 as part of the Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines merger. But don’t panic—your miles aren’t going to disappear. They’ll convert 1:1 into Alaska Mileage Plan miles, and we’re here to walk you through how that works and what steps to take today to protect your travel goals.Big changes are coming to our local skies. HawaiianMiles, the loyalty program many of us have relied on for interisland getaways and mainland trips, is set to end in August 2025 as Hawaiian Airlines transitions into Alaska Airlines' Mileage Plan. While your miles won't disappear, the familiar perks and local touches we've come to appreciate will be replaced by a new system.
🌺 What's Changing?
HawaiianMiles Program Ends: Starting mid-August 2025, HawaiianMiles will no longer be active. All existing miles will automatically convert to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles at a 1:1 ratio.
Credit Card Transitions: Barclays-issued Hawaiian Airlines credit cards will be phased out. While a specific end date hasn't been announced, it's anticipated that current cardholders will transition to Bank of America's Alaska Airlines credit cards over time.
Amex Membership Rewards Transfers Ending: If you've been transferring American Express Membership Rewards points to HawaiianMiles, note that this option will cease after June 30, 2025. Alaska Airlines does not partner with Amex, so this transfer pathway will no longer be available.
✈️ What You Can Do Now
Link Your Accounts: Connect your HawaiianMiles and Alaska Mileage Plan accounts to facilitate a smooth transition and manage your miles effectively.
Transfer your Miles Soon: Consider transferring your HawaiianMiles before the program ends. It’s likely to expect “hiccups” in integrating the 2 programs.
Plan for Credit Card Changes: If you hold a Hawaiian Airlines credit card, stay informed about the upcoming changes and consider how the transition to an Alaska Airlines card might affect your travel rewards strategy.
🤝 We're Here to Help
At Hawaii Reward Travel, we understand that these changes can be unsettling. Our mission is to assist our local community in navigating this transition smoothly. Whether you need help linking accounts, understanding the new Mileage Plan, or exploring alternative travel rewards options, we're here for you.
Feel free to reach out with your questions or concerns. Let's work together to make the most of your travel rewards in this new chapter.
Mahalo nui loa for being part of our travel ‘ohana.
