Big changes are ahead for Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles members. 

Starting October 1, 2025, Hawaiian Airlines will officially retire its HawaiianMiles loyalty program and fully integrate it into Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan. 

This move is part of the broader airline merger and will mark the start of a unified loyalty program for travelers across both networks.

For those who have been earning and using HawaiianMiles, this transition will bring both expanded benefits and some key deadlines. 

Here is everything you need to know about the HawaiianMiles Mileage Plan integration, how it will affect your points, and what steps you should take now.

What Will Happen On October 1, 2025

On October 1, all HawaiianMiles accounts will convert into Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan accounts. 

If you already have a Mileage Plan account, your HawaiianMiles will move into it. If you do not, a new account will be created for you.

The integration will include:

• A one-to-one conversion of all HawaiianMiles into Mileage Plan miles.
• Automatic transfer of elite status from the HawaiianMiles Pualani program to an equivalent tier in Mileage Plan.
• Continued earning on Hawaiian Airlines credit cards, with miles now deposited into your Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan account.
• The end of the HawaiianMiles program and its unique perks, including certain redemption and upgrade features.

Travelers can expect access to more partner airlines, a wider flight network, and enhanced elite benefits as part of the transition.

Key Benefits Of The Loyalty Integration

One of the most valuable outcomes of this integration is increased flexibility and access for loyalty members. 

The new Mileage Plan will offer expanded ways to redeem miles, new status recognition, and more consistent benefits.

• The one-to-one transfer means your HawaiianMiles will keep their full value when moved to the Mileage Plan. There is no penalty or devaluation during the conversion.
• Elite members will not lose their progress. Hawaiian’s Pualani Gold and Pualani Platinum members will receive equivalent Mileage Plan status, though the exact tier mapping will be confirmed in August 2025.
• Mileage Plan offers a wide network of airline partners, including major international carriers through the oneworld alliance. That means your miles can now unlock travel across more destinations and premium cabins.
• Alaska Mileage Plan miles never expire, as long as your account stays active. This provides a long-term advantage for travelers who like to save points for big redemptions.

What Will Change After The Merger

While the integration brings many new benefits, there are some features that will be lost when Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles disappears.

• HawaiianMiles-specific perks like upgrading flights using miles will no longer be available. These awards will end in late September 2025.
• The ability to transfer Marriott Bonvoy points into HawaiianMiles will be discontinued after August 20, 2025. However, transfers to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan will remain available, offering an alternative.
• While current Hawaiian Airlines credit cards will continue to earn points through the transition, the future of these cards is still uncertain. Travelers should expect new product announcements in August, which may include changes to issuers, reward structures, or card benefits.

Members of the Huaka‘i program for Hawaii residents will still receive inter-island benefits like free checked bags, even after the loyalty integration.

What Travelers Should Do Now

To make sure you get the most value during this transition, there are a few steps you can take in advance.

• If you have both a Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles account and an Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan account, link them now at alaskaair.com. This will allow your information to sync and may provide early access to some matched benefits.
• Consider redeeming your HawaiianMiles for any unique perks – such as upgrades – before late September. These options will not be available under the new program.
• Review any upcoming travel plans that involve Marriott Bonvoy point transfers or Hawaiian Airlines credit card rewards. Make sure all transfers and redemptions are completed before the relevant deadlines.
• Keep an eye out for announcements in August 2025, when full details about the new loyalty program will be published, including elite status mapping, updated award charts, and any credit card changes – including the launch of the new Alaska Airlines premium credit card.

Looking Ahead

The HawaiianMiles Mileage Plan integration is part of a larger strategy to build a stronger and more connected airline network. 

Hawaiian Airlines is expected to join the oneworld alliance in 2026, following the entry of Alaska Airlines. This will further expand opportunities for travelers who value loyalty perks, status recognition, and global partnerships.

For travelers in Hawaii and across the U.S., this merger brings new possibilities for both everyday and aspirational travel. 

The combined loyalty program will simplify how miles are earned and used, while opening the door to more destinations and higher-value redemptions.

Final Thoughts

The full integration of HawaiianMiles into Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan on October 1, 2025 marks a major shift in how travelers can earn and use rewards. 

With a smooth transition process, valuable status carryover, and broader redemption options, most members will come out ahead.

However, this transition also includes some firm deadlines. 

Now is the time to review your balances, link your accounts, and prepare for the changes ahead. If you take the right steps early, you will be ready to take full advantage of what the new Mileage Plan has to offer.

Kevin Zanes