Kapolei travel guide

Kapolei Tourism | Kapolei Guide

You're Going to Love Kapolei

With a population of 15,186, Kapolei 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kapolei has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kapolei

If you’re looking for affordable options, Monkeypod Kitchen - Ko Olina (92-1048 Olani Street) and Limon Rotisserie Oahu (91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy Ste 501) are great picks.

When to visit Kapolei

Kapolei in October
Estimated package price
$1106
2 travelers
Flight to Kapolei
3 nights at hotel
Kapolei in October
Estimated package price
$1106
2 travelers
Flight to Kapolei
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Kapolei

Plane

Kapolei is served by 2 airports: Kapolei Kalaeloa (JRF) and Honolulu Airport (HNL). The closest to downtown Kapolei is Kapolei Kalaeloa, which is located 2 miles from the city center. Further away is Honolulu Airport, 9 miles from the center of Kapolei. Honolulu Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kapolei departs from Lihue and takes around 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Kapolei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 13 miles from Kapolei. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

Kapolei is served by 2 airports: Kapolei Kalaeloa (JRF) and Honolulu Airport (HNL). The closest to downtown Kapolei is Kapolei Kalaeloa, which is located 2 miles from the city center. Further away is Honolulu Airport, 9 miles from the center of Kapolei. Honolulu Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kapolei departs from Lihue and takes around 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Kapolei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 13 miles from Kapolei. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kapolei

Airlines serving Kapolei

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,488 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,302 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,558 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,786 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,569 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (712 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (497 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (780 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kapolei

Average rates range from around $653 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $633 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kapolei

Most booked hotels in Kapolei

Four Seasons Resort Oahu At Ko Olina
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 139 reviews)
$1,053+
Hampton Inn & Suites Oahu/Kapolei
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 419 reviews)
$230+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Oahu Kapolei
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 407 reviews)
$281+
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 69 reviews)
$655+
Sheraton Waikiki
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2406 reviews)
$425+
Residence Inn by Marriott Oahu Kapolei
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 110 reviews)
$290+

Renting a car in Kapolei

Renting a car in Kapolei costs $40 per day, on average, or $119 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Kapolei.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kapolei (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. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kapolei, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kapolei costs $40 per day, on average, or $119 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Kapolei.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kapolei (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. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kapolei, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.