Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kīhei travel guide

Kīhei Tourism | Kīhei Guide

You're Going to Love Kīhei

With a population of 20,881, Kīhei 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 Kīhei has to offer.

Article

Where to Eat in Kīhei

If you’re looking for affordable options, Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea (10 Wailea Gateway Place, Unit B-201) and Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Wailea, Maui (3750 Alanui Drive) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Gather on Maui (100 Wailea Golf Club Dr) and Manoli's Pizza Company (100 Wailea Ike Dr.) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kīhei.

When to visit Kīhei

Kīhei in May
Estimated package price
$809
2 travelers
Flight to Kīhei
3 nights at hotel
Kīhei in May
Estimated package price
$809
2 travelers
Flight to Kīhei
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Kīhei

Plane

When flying to Kīhei, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kīhei include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kīhei departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 159 km from Kīhei. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Kīhei, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kīhei include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kīhei departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 159 km from Kīhei. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kīhei

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Kīhei

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,705 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,664 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,035 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,081 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,145 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,676 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,126 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (188 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,674 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,604 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,563 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Kīhei

Average rates range from around $318 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $780 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kīhei

Most booked hotels in Kīhei

See all
Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 398 reviews)
$865+
View
Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 368 reviews)
$878+
View
Maui Coast Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 527 reviews)
$257+
View
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 609 reviews)
$662+
View
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Maui North Shore
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 39 reviews)
$410+
View
Mana Kai Maui - Official Onsite Rental Company
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 205 reviews)
$279+
View

Renting a car in Kīhei

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $82 per day, on average, or $328 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Kīhei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kīhei, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $82 per day, on average, or $328 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Kīhei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kīhei, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Kīhei

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$47/day

Full-size
Find car rentals in Kīhei