Wailua (Kauai) travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wailua (Kauai)

With a population of 2,254, Wailua (Kauai) is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wailua (Kauai) deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Wailua (Kauai)

Wailua (Kauai) in March
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailua (Kauai) in March
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wailua (Kauai)

Plane

When flying to Wailua (Kauai), you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailua (Kauai) include American Airlines, Air France and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Wailua (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailua (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 108 miles from Wailua (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Wailua (Kauai), you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailua (Kauai) include American Airlines, Air France and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Wailua (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailua (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 108 miles from Wailua (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailua (Kauai)

Airlines serving Wailua (Kauai)

Lufthansa
Good (4,670 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,811 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,606 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,608 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (964 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,327 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (606 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,797 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wailua (Kauai)

Most booked hotels in Wailua (Kauai)

Kauai Shores Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1756 reviews)
$296+
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 379 reviews)
$426+
Kauai Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1175 reviews)
$252+
Aston Islander On The Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8, 624 reviews)
$255+
Kauai Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, 906 reviews)
$341+
Kauai Palms Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1866 reviews)
$189+

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai)

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Wailua (Kauai) (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. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailua (Kauai), while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Wailua (Kauai) (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. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailua (Kauai), while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.