SEA (Seattle) to HNL (Honolulu) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 83%. The average delay is 63 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.SEA → HNL
SEA (Seattle) to HNL (Honolulu)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% 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 83% on time vs Hawaiian Airlines at 64%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 83% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 64%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SEA
82% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SEA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at HNL
84% 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 ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.