Hawaiian Airlines does have a 24-hour cancellation policy, and I actually learned this firsthand a few months ago. I had booked a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu late at night, and the next morning I realized I’d mixed up my travel dates by a full week. I panicked at first, thinking I’d lose money or have to deal with complicated refund rules.
Thankfully, when I checked the Hawaiian Airlines website, I found that if you cancel within 24 hours of booking and the flight is at least 7 days away, you get a full refund—no fees, no questions asked. I went ahead and canceled online, and the refund appeared back on my card within a few business days.
The process was super smooth, but I’d definitely suggest calling Hawaiian Airlines directly if you want to make changes quickly or need confirmation right away. Their team was friendly and even helped me rebook correctly.
So yes, Hawaiian’s 24-hour cancellation policy really works, and it saved me from a costly mistake. Always double-check your confirmation email right after booking — it can save you a lot of stress later!