SEA (Seattle) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 70% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 82%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SEA → HNL
SEA (Seattle) to HNL (Honolulu)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 70% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs Hawaiian Airlines at 61%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 82% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 61%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SEA
80% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SEA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at HNL
85% on timeWhen flights into HNL are late, the average delay is 58 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 August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.