Southwest Airlines confirmed plans to launch flights from Oakland, California to Honolulu, Hawaii, beginning March 17. The route will feature promotional fares starting at $49 through mid-June, targeting leisure travelers on the West Coast.
The service expansion includes internal island flights priced at $29, positioning the carrier as a direct competitor to Hawaiian Airlines. This move aligns with Southwest's strategy to increase regional tourism connections.
Reporting by Tracy Rucinski; Editing by Chizu Nomiyama
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