Lei-ing down Delta’s largest Hawaii schedule: MSP–Maui launches, BOS–Honolulu returns

The expanded winter lineup offers new MSP–Maui service, BOS–Honolulu returns, added flying from ATL, DTW and JFK, an earlier Kona launch from SLC and aircraft enhancements.

Staff Writer

Feb 13, 2026 9:30am

A skyline overlooking a beach and turquoise waters in Hawaii.

Next winter, getting to Hawaii will be a breeze with more options than ever for Delta customers. Delta is growing its island network with the launch of Minneapolis–St. Paul to Maui and the return of Boston to Honolulu beginning Dec. 19, 2026, complemented by expanded flying and aircraft upgrades across its existing Hawaii routes as part of the airline’s most robust seasonal schedule to date.

“Hawaii plays an important role in our long-haul leisure network,” said Amy Martin, Vice President of Network Planning – Delta Air Lines. “This expansion strengthens connectivity from key U.S. hubs while giving customers more choice in how they reach the islands, alongside the premium travel experience they expect on these long-haul flights.”

New & Returning: Minneapolis–St. Paul to Maui and Boston to Honolulu

Delta will launch brand-new nonstop service between Minneapolis–St. Paul and Maui, establishing a new connection between the Upper Midwest and the Valley Isle. The route will operate daily during peak holiday and spring break periods, with five weekly flights scheduled through the core winter season, operated on the Airbus A330-300.

For customers across Minnesota and the broader Midwest, the new service creates a convenient, one-flight journey to Maui’s beaches, volcanic landscapes and resort coastline.

Delta is also bringing back nonstop service between Boston and Honolulu, reconnecting New England with Hawaii’s capital city. Flights will operate daily during peak late-December travel before transitioning to four weekly frequencies through the winter season, also onboard the Airbus A330-300.

The returning route reopens a long-haul leisure link between the Northeast and the islands, offering customers a single-flight escape to O‘ahu’s iconic shoreline, cultural landmarks and vibrant city-meets-beach experience.

Delta is the leading global carrier in both MSP and BOS, providing customers with extensive domestic and international connectivity along with premium airport experiences. In Boston, customers can enjoy the Delta One Lounge with fine dining as well as three award-winning Delta Sky Clubs, while MSP features three Sky Clubs, including the airline’s newest lounge with seating for more than 450 guests and an outdoor Sky Deck. For an even more streamlined airport journey, both hubs also offer Delta One Check-In for customers traveling in Delta One and TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID for eligible customers who enroll.

An elevated experience continues onboard, with four cabin options on the Airbus A330-300 including Delta One®, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+® and Delta Main. Delta One® customers enjoy lie-flat seats, chef-curated meals and exclusive Missoni-designed amenities, paired with Taittinger champagne, renowned for its exceptional and consistent quality.

Across all products, customers benefit from curated dining and Delta Studio entertainment, and SkyMiles Members can enjoy fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi presented by T-Mobile on routes to Hawaii from the U.S.. 

Continued enhancements across Delta’s Hawaii network

Beyond the new and returning routes, Delta is continuing to build depth across its broader Hawaii schedule with added frequencies, earlier seasonal service and aircraft enhancements designed to support peak winter travel. 

Atlanta (ATL) – Honolulu (HNL): Second frequency operating three-times-weekly from January 04, 2027, through March on the Airbus A330-300

Detroit (DTW) – Honolulu (HNL): Expands from three-times-weekly to daily service beginning Nov. 9, 2026, operated by the Airbus A330-300

New York-JFK – Honolulu (HNL): Expands from up to five weekly flights to daily service beginning Apr. 1, 2026, on the Boeing 767-300

Salt Lake City (SLC) – Kona (KOA): Daily service on the Boeing 767-300 will begin Nov. 9, 2026, launching earlier than last year and giving Mountain West customers an earlier start to winter travel to the Big Island

Los Angeles (LAX) – Kona (KOA): Beginning Nov. 9, 2026, service will be upgauged to the Boeing 767‑300 for the winter season, providing customers with a widebody onboard experience to Hawaii Island.

With its most expansive Hawaii schedule to date, Delta continues to strengthen its position as a leading carrier to the islands, offering customers more gateways, more seats and more ways to plan their winter escapes, with an award-winning reliable operation designed to give customers greater peace of mind on their journey. 

Plus, planning your perfect vacation to Hawaii is easier than ever with a Delta Vacations package. Choose flights and expertly curated hotels, transfers, activities and more to make your getaway the ultimate paradise.

*Based on August 2025 – July 2026 scheduled departures and available seats, compared to other US global carriers.”