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 15 km 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 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, 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 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

Lufthansa
Good (8,226 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,197 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,551 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,160 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,573 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,870 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (236 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,988 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,465 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,912 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,020 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,552 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 $702 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, 528 reviews)
$214+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Maui North Shore
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 55 reviews)
$351+
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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 393 reviews)
$1,044+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 600 reviews)
$604+
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Maui Schooner Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 69 reviews)
$196+
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Aston Maui Hill
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 861 reviews)
$242+
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Renting a car in Kīhei

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $61 per day, on average, or $304 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, 16% 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. Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kīhei, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $61 per day, on average, or $304 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, 16% 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. Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kīhei, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Kīhei

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$45/day

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