I took a cheap 40-minute flight from Maui to Oahu. Here's what it was like and why I sort of recommend it to tourists.

Ashley ProbstOct 13, 2022, 19:10 IST

I flew from Maui to Oahu via Hawaiian Airlines.Ashley Probst

I island-hopped from Maui to Oahu on a 40-minute Hawaiian Airlines flight and loved the experience.
I enjoyed the gorgeous aerial views of the islands and sipped on complimentary tropical-fruit juice.

As someone who's lived in Hawaii, I've island-hopped via plane many times.

I've flown from Maui to Oahu countless times.Ashley Probst

The island that's best for you depends on what you're looking to get out of your vacation.Ashley Probst

You can expect the flight to be relatively short.Ashley Probst

I arrived at the airport an hour early so there was ample time to board my flight.Ashley Probst

I was glad I bought my ticket on the Hawaiian Airlines app.Ashley Probst

It seemed like every passenger wanted to be the first to board the flight and stow their belongings.Ashley Probst

We flew on a Boeing 717.Ashley Probst

I made my way to the back of the plane.Ashley Probst

I checked out the bathroom during the flight.Ashley Probst

I received a cup of passion-orange-guava juice.Ashley Probst

We took pictures of the gorgeous views during the flight.Ashley Probst

I definitely recommend the flight to those visiting Hawaii, but only if you're traveling in the opposite direction.Ashley Probst