Southwest Airlines Announces Plans To Fly To Hawaii
DENVER (CBS4) - Southwest Airlines just announced plans to send flights to Hawaii.
The airline, which has a hub at Denver International Airport, made that announcement on Twitter Wednesday night.
You heard that right. We're thrilled to share our intention to bring our world-famous hospitality and value to the Hawaiian Islands! pic.twitter.com/NoVNXlsSH7
— Southwest Airlines (@SouthwestAir) October 12, 2017
The company is still working to get final approval from the FAA, but ticket sales should start next year.
Southwest hasn't announced specific routes yet, but did say the first flights will take off from California. They may also offer flights between the Hawaiian islands.