BOS (Boston) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 68% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 74%. The average delay is 90 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.BOS → HNL
BOS (Boston) to HNL (Honolulu)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 68% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out Hawaiian Airlines on this route — 74% vs 67% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 74% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 67%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from BOS
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BOS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~33 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at HNL
83% on timeWhen flights into HNL are late, the average delay is 55 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at HNL: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.