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Hawaiian Airlines Kiteboard Fees
| Hawaiian Airlines Kitesurfing Equipment Policy 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Airline Name | Hawaiian Airlines |
| Sport | Kitesurfing Equipment |
| Accepts Kitesurfing Equipment? | Yes |
| Counts Toward Baggage Allowance? | No |
| Cost | $25-$475 USD |
| View Regular Hawaiian Airlines Baggage Policies 2023 | |
| View Kitesurfing Equipment Policies for Other Airlines | |
Hawaiian Airlines accepts kitesurfing equipment as a piece of checked baggage. Depending on the origin and destination of your flights, different fees may apply for kiting equipment. Be sure to note that Hawaiian Airlines has restructured its surfboard fees in mid-November 2023, and this affects kitesurfing equipment as well.
Hawaiian Airlines has modified its fees surfboards and similar items (surfboards, kiteboards, paddleboards, etc.), now allowing board bags up to a maximum weight of 45 kg / 100 lbs on some routes, but there is a catch. The airline charges a higher surfboard bag fee for heavier boards bags, so on most routes it is still cheaper to pack multiple lighter boardbags than a single heavy bag. See the full listing of the updated surfboard fees below: [AMZ asins='B01BN1W5G6,B01465RK8E,B00NIYJF6U,B003EBV7XG']
Updated Hawaiian Airlines Surfboard Bag Fees - November 2023
The fees for each route are shown for each of the 3 weight categories: less than 50 lbs (23 kg), between 50-70 lbs (32 kg), and between 70-100 lbs (45 kg).
Within the State of Hawaii - $25 / $60 / $95 USD
Between Hawaii and North America - $75 / $125 / $275 USD
Japan / Korea / American Samoa - $75 / $125 / $475 USD
French Polynesia / Cook Islands - $75 / $125 USD (No bags over 32 kg / 70 lbs)
Australia / New Zealand - FREE if one of first 2 free bags (max 32 kg / 70 lbs)
For all international travel, en route stopovers exceeding 24 hours will result in point to point charges being applicable.
Kiteboard Size and Weight Restrictions on Hawaiian Airlines
Kiteboard bags are limited in size to a maximum length of 115 inches (292 cm). This should not be an issue, as most kiteboards fit within these limits, but keep it in mind if planning to bring a surboard with you. Most longboards will exceed this length limit.
Kite bags are limited in weight to a maximum of 50 lbs (23kg). Although heavier kitesurf bags, up to 100 lbs / 45 kg, will now be accepted, it will cost you more than paying for 2 x 50 lbs bags instead. A weight limit of 70lbs (32 kg) applies to board bags on flights to/from Australia and New Zealand
Packing Kiteboards for travel on Hawaiian Airlines
Use a surfboard bag that is a few inches longer than your board(s). No limit to the number of boards per bag.
Pack board rails, nose and tail with light items such as swimming noodles, foam, towels or clothing.
Remove fins or properly protect them with materials like bubble wrap secured tightly.
Avoid placing hard or sharp objects inside your board bag.
Remember to finish packing your boards at home. Packing materials are not available at check-in counters.
Please note: Transportation of your board bag on your flight is subject to space availability. In the unlikely event they cannot accommodate your board bag on your flight, Hawaiian Airlines will place it on the next available flight. Once it has arrived at your destination, you will be notified you to pick it up at the airport. Hawaiian Airlines is not responsible for the ground delivery of your board.
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