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

Kīhei travel guide

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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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kīhei has to offer.

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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 April
Estimated package price
$123
2 travelers
Flight to Kīhei
3 nights at hotel
Kīhei in April
Estimated package price
$123
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 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kīhei include Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kīhei departs from Hana and takes around 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 99 miles 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 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kīhei include Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kīhei departs from Hana and takes around 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 99 miles 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

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,556 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,156 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,504 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,263 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,640 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,103 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,649 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,461 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,794 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,313 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (232 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,977 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,897 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,014 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,273 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kīhei

Average rates range from around $287 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $687 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kīhei

Most booked hotels in Kīhei

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Maui Coast Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 529 reviews)
$262+
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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 392 reviews)
$985+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 598 reviews)
$673+
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Maui Schooner Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 67 reviews)
$199+
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Aston Maui Hill
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 864 reviews)
$270+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 474 reviews)
$386+
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Renting a car in Kīhei

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $59 per day, on average, or $293 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Kīhei.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $59 per day, on average, or $293 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Kīhei.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kīhei

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$47/day

Standard

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

Full-size
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