Do you get a lei when you land in Honolulu?

As you arrive in Honolulu, you'll experience true Hawaiian hospitality the moment you step off the plane! Your greeter will meet you at your gate with a warm “Aloha” and embrace you with a fresh Hawaiian lei. Then, rest easy and let your greeter escort you to baggage claim and answer any questions you may have.



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Never Refuse a Lei In Hawaii, receiving a lei as a gift is a high honor. Therefore, people consider it very rude to refuse a lei when someone offers one. The proper way to accept a lei is to bow your head and allow the giver to place it around your shoulders.

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It's recommended to arrive 2.5 hours prior to departure for North American flights, 1.5 hours before Neighbor Island flights, and 3 hours before international flights. Check-in: Gate agents are waiting to check you and your baggage in.

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Common Items from Hawaii NOT ALLOWED into the U.S. Mainland or Alaska
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables, some exceptions are those listed below as permitted.
  • Berries of any kind, including fresh coffee berries and sea grapes.
  • Cactus plants or cactus plant parts.
  • Cotton and cotton bolls.
  • Fresh flowers of jade vine, and Mauna Loa.


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Make Your Hawaiian Vacation special from the moment you step off the plane! Experience true Hawaiian hospitality as you are greeted with a fresh flower lei and a warm “aloha!” An airport lei greeting sets the tone for your entire Hawaiian vacation. It's a tradition you won't want to miss!

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