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 4 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 February
Estimated package price
$177
2 travelers
Flight to Kīhei
3 nights at hotel
Kīhei in February
Estimated package price
$177
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 Honolulu and takes around 40m.

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 Dollar, 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 Honolulu and takes around 40m.

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 Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kīhei

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Kīhei

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,890 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,180 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,600 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,931 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,250 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,188 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (202 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,907 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,783 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,548 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (986 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (589 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kīhei

Average rates range from around $284 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $688 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kīhei

Most booked hotels in Kīhei

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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 396 reviews)
$874+
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Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 369 reviews)
$790+
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Maui Coast Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 532 reviews)
$259+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1469 reviews)
$217+
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Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 432 reviews)
$546+
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Hilton Grand Vacations Club Maui Bay Villas
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 30 reviews)
$425+
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Renting a car in Kīhei

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $56 per day, on average, or $222 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Kīhei.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $56 per day, on average, or $222 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Kīhei.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kīhei

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

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