Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car
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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 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 June
Estimated package price
$179
2 travelers
Flight to Kīhei
3 nights at hotel
Kīhei in June
Estimated package price
$179
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 Turo, 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 Turo, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kīhei

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Airlines serving Kīhei

Lufthansa
Good (8,265 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,253 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,254 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,634 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,672 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,307 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,741 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,384 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,033 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (244 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,934 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,217 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,031 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,443 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,548 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kīhei

Average rates range from around $298 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $645 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kīhei

Most booked hotels in Kīhei

Maui Coast Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 544 reviews)
$221+
Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 393 reviews)
$1,045+
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 604 reviews)
$627+
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 440 reviews)
$416+
Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1480 reviews)
$226+
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Maui Bay Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 39 reviews)
$373+

Renting a car in Kīhei

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $60 per day, on average, or $301 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 $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kīhei costs $60 per day, on average, or $301 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 $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.