How do I change my name on an Hawaiian Airlines ticket?

To change your name on a Hawaiian Airlines ticket, call +1‑833‑341‑3894 for quick assistance with corrections or updates.

1. Overview: Name Correction vs Name Change 🛂

✅ Name Correction (Minor tweaks)

Hawaiian Airlines allows small adjustments to align your ticket with your ID:

• Fixing misspellings (up to 4 characters total across first/middle/last names) (hawaiianflyfare.com, Reddit)
  
  

• Adding a middle name, or switching from a nickname to a legal name (hawaiianflyfare.com)
  
  

• These are considered eligible corrections, often with no fee if booked directly with Hawaiian Airlines (airlines-guide.com)
  
  

🧳 Name Change (Legal name changes or more extensive edits)

If the change involves:

• A legal name change (e.g., post-marriage, divorce, adoption)
  
  

• More than 4 characters altered
  
  

• Inversions, or replacing nickname with full legal name beyond minor adjustments
  —then it’s classified as a name change, not just a correction (AirlinesPolicyHelp, hawaiianflyfare.com)
  
  

In rare cases, a full passenger swap is attempted—but Hawaiian Airlines does not allow ticket transfers to a different person (airlinesticketpolicy.com).

2. Who Can Change Their Name & When?

Eligibility

• The flight must be Hawaiian-operated (ticket number begins with 173). Third-party booked tickets are limited (Hawaiian Air Help Center)
  
  

• Corrections must be initiated before check-in closes (SteadyHealth, AirlinesPolicyHelp)
  
  

Key Timing Rules

• Minor corrections: Allowed anytime before departure, but better to do it early (hawaiianflyfare.com)
  
  

• Major changes: Must be resolved before your flight; once you’ve checked in, changes can’t be made (farecopy.com)

3. Fees & Fare Differences

No-Fee Corrections

• Tickets booked directly with Hawaiian: eligible corrections (misspelling ≤4 chars, adding middle name, nickname corrections) are free (airlines-guide.com)
  
  

Third-Party Bookings

• A flat $25 service fee per ticket applies, even for minor edits.
  
  

Name Changes (Legal/Extensive)

• While many guides mention no fee for legal name changes via Hawaiian, some report fees of $75–$150, plus any fare difference if service class changes
  
  

  • One source states legal changes incur no fee, but more significant edits (nickname/legal or adding middle names) might trigger charges.
    
    

Summary Table

Booking Method                               Minor Correction (≤4 chars)                Major Change (Legal, >4 chars)

Direct via Hawaiian                                            Free                                                   Usually free (some report $75–150)

Via 3rd-party agent or OTA                          $25 service fee                           $25 + possible fare difference + possible change fee

4. Step-by-Step: How to Change Your Name

🖥️ Online (Manage Booking)

Hawaiian’s help articles suggest starting here:

1. Visit hawaiianairlines.com → Manage Flights or Find My Trip
   
   

2. Retrieve your reservation using name, ticket number (must begin with 173), or confirmation code (The Tickets Online, Reddit, justfindfares.com, Hawaiian Air Help Center)
   
   

3. If eligible, choose Name Change or Correction
   
   

4. Enter the correct name, follow prompts, and upload documents if required (The Tickets Online)
   
   

5. Pay any applicable fees, then download your updated itinerary
   
   

Note: Online edits are generally limited to minor corrections only — legal changes often require airline assistance (The Tickets Online, hawaiianflyfare.com)

☎️ Phone Support

For name changes beyond minor corrections:

• Call 1‑800‑367‑5320 (24/7 Hawaiian Reservations) (The Tickets Online)
  
  

• Use the automated menu or stay on the line to connect with a representative
  
  

• Explain your situation (typo vs legal name change)
  
  

• Provide documentation if needed
  
  

• Pay any fees and get confirmation with updated ticket info
  
  

📞 Another number occasionally referenced: +1‑888‑474‑0163 (airlines-guide.com, The Tickets Online, airlinesticketpolicy.com)

🏢 Airport Counter

If your flight is days away and there’s no time to wait:

• Arrive early and visit the Hawaiian Airlines desk
  
  

• Bring your government-issued ID and any legal documents (e.g., marriage certificate, divorce decree, passport)
  
  

• Ask them to issue a correction; they can often process it on the spot (airlines-guide.com)

5. Required Documentation

✍️ Minor Corrections

• No documentation generally needed for ≤4‑character spelling fixes
  
  

• ID may still be requested for verification (hawaiianflyfare.com)
  
  

📄 Legal Name Changes

• Proof of the legal change:
  
  

  • Marriage certificate
    
    

  • Divorce decree
    
    

  • Court order/adoption paperwork
    
    

  • Passport or other official ID if adding a middle name or nickname corrections (airlinesticketpolicy.com, Hawaiian Air Help Center)
    
    

• Documents can be submitted online, by fax, or at the airport (skyfarez.com)

6. Common Problems & Reddit Insights

Booking via Third‑Party Agencies

• Several users report issues when booking through OTAs:
  
  

  • Name correction blocked online
    
    

  • Must call or visit airport to resolve (Reddit)
    
    

Inverted Names or Odd Formatting

• Instances of names appearing inverted (surname first) or with extra titles
  
  

• Most travelers were still able to board after verifying at airport or fixing via customer service (Reddit)

7. Why These Rules Exist

The TSA, border control, and interline systems demand exact name matching between tickets and IDs, making corrections complex (Adelaide Now).

Airlines must also track:

• Code-share compliance
  
  

• Passport control
  
  

• Security regulations
  
  

• Fare rules
  
  

Minor typos may disrupt these systems, hence the restrictions and potential fees (Adelaide Now, Condé Nast Traveler).

8. Tips to Avoid Issues

• Double-check your name upon booking—match it exactly to passport/ID
  
  

• Book directly with Hawaiian (ticket numbers starting with 173) to enjoy free corrections
  
  

• Don’t wait—correct errors early, ideally before check-in opens
  
  

• If booked via an OTA, contact them first—but also reach out to Hawaiian directly if problems arise
  
  

• Always bring legal docs when expecting a major name change request at the airport or via phone
  
  

• Allow extra time at the airport for in-person corrections—especially for international flights (Adelaide Now, airlines-guide.com, Reddit, Okeyardtravel)

9. Quick‑Reference Flowchart

1. Spot a typo?
   
   

   • ≤4 characters? Then minor correction—use Manage Booking or call
     
     

   • 4 characters or legal change? Call Hawaiian 1‑800‑367‑5320
     
     

2. Booked via OTA?
   
   

   • Requires $25 service fee and possibly more—contact OTA first, then Hawaiian if needed
     
     

3. Provide docs (if legal change)
   
   

4. Pay fees (if via OTA or for major changes)
   
   

5. Get confirmation and new ticket
   
   

6. Carry matching ID on travel day

10. Example Scenarios

Scenario A: Small Typo Correction

• Name printed as “Jon Smyth” instead of “John Smyth”
  
  

• ≤4 characters wrong → eligible for correction
  
  

• Booked directly → free
  
  

• Use Manage Booking or call; upload passport scan
  
  

• Name is corrected, ticket reissued
  
  

Scenario B: Legal Name Change After Marriage

• Changed from “Jane Doe” to “Jane Smith”
  
  

• Necessary documents: marriage certificate + updated ID
  
  

• Call Hawaiian, explain legal name change
  
  

• Likely free if ticket was direct; airline updates reservation
  
  

Scenario C: Booking Through OTA with Error

• OTA ticket has “Ana Lopez” missing accent or middle name
  
  

• Use OTA’s change function and call Hawaiian to ensure update
  
  

• Expect a $25 service fee + possible fare difference
  
  

Scenario D: Inverted Name Format

• Ticket shows “Smith John”
  
  

• Likely okay to board if corrected before check-in
  
  

• Call airline or visit airport to fix formatting

11. Summary ✅

• Minor corrections (≤4 characters) are usually free if booked directly, $25 via third-party (hawaiianflyfare.com, Hawaiian Air Help Center, Condé Nast Traveler, airlines-guide.com, justfindfares.com, airlinesticketpolicy.com, Okeyardtravel)
  
  

• Major changes like legal name updates generally require documentation, and while often free, reports suggest potential charges
  
  

• Ticket transfers to another person are prohibited
  
  

• Check names carefully at booking, and act early if changes are needed
  
  

Bottom line: Hawaiian Airlines provides a straightforward path for aligning your ticket name with your ID—especially for direct bookings. Minor fixes are easy, legal changes require a bit more paperwork, and addressing errors promptly avoids last-minute airport stress.

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