Kapaa travel guide

Kapaa Tourism | Kapaa Guide

You're Going to Love Kapaa

With a population of 10,699, Kapaa is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kapaa has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kapaa

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hukilau Lanai (520 Aleka Loop) and JO2 Restaurant (4-971 Kuhio Highway) are great picks.

When to visit Kapaa

Kapaa in September
Estimated package price
$711
2 travelers
Flight to Kapaa
3 nights at hotel
Kapaa in September
Estimated package price
$711
2 travelers
Flight to Kapaa
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Kapaa

Plane

When flying to Kapaa, you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kapaa include Air Canada, Air France and Avianca. The shortest domestic flight to Kapaa departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Kapaa.

Car

Another option to get to Kapaa is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 109 miles from Kapaa. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Kapaa, you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kapaa include Air Canada, Air France and Avianca. The shortest domestic flight to Kapaa departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Kapaa.

Car

Another option to get to Kapaa is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 109 miles from Kapaa. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kapaa

Airlines serving Kapaa

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,518 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (708 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,607 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (954 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,326 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (606 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (541 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (673 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,776 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kapaa

Average rates range from around $374 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $560 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kapaa

Most booked hotels in Kapaa

Kauai Shores Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1749 reviews)
$297+
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 378 reviews)
$430+
Kauai Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1170 reviews)
$247+
Banyan Harbor Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 659 reviews)
$282+
Aston Islander On The Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8, 623 reviews)
$250+
The Iso
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1455 reviews)
$242+

Renting a car in Kapaa

Renting a car in Kapaa costs $54 per day, on average, or $215 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Kapaa.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kapaa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Renting a car in Kapaa costs $54 per day, on average, or $215 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Kapaa.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kapaa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.