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
$129
2 travelers
Flight to Kīhei
3 nights at hotel
Kīhei in April
Estimated package price
$129
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 (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,554 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,190 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,605 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,899 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,338 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (236 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,460 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,910 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,024 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kīhei

Average rates range from around $286 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $705 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, 529 reviews)
$213+
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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 394 reviews)
$1,042+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Maui North Shore
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 55 reviews)
$369+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 600 reviews)
$648+
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Aston Maui Hill
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 862 reviews)
$242+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 467 reviews)
$379+
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Renting a car in Kīhei

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $61 per day, on average, or $303 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Kahului.

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 Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $61 per day, on average, or $303 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Kahului.

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 Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Kīhei

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