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

Kailua-Kona travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kailua-Kona

With a population of 11,975, Kailua-Kona is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kailua-Kona has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kailua-Kona

If you’re looking for affordable options, Magics Beach Grill (77-6452 Ali'i Dr) and Huggo's (75-5828 Kahakai Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Sushi & Robata by 'Ulu (72-100 Kaupulehu Dr) and Kai Eats and Drinks (75-5776 Alii Dr) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kailua-Kona.

When to visit Kailua-Kona

Kailua-Kona in October
Estimated package price
$834
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Flight to Kailua-Kona
3 nights at hotel
Kailua-Kona in October
Estimated package price
$834
2 travelers
Flight to Kailua-Kona
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kailua-Kona in August, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 64.4 °F, with an average temperature of 71.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kailua-Kona, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Kailua-Kona

Plane

When flying to Kailua-Kona, you’ll arrive at Kona Intl (KOA), which is located 12 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kailua-Kona include Air Canada, Aeromexico and Avianca. The shortest domestic flight to Kailua-Kona departs from Honolulu and takes around 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Kailua-Kona is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 269 km from Kailua-Kona. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Kailua-Kona, you’ll arrive at Kona Intl (KOA), which is located 12 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kailua-Kona include Air Canada, Aeromexico and Avianca. The shortest domestic flight to Kailua-Kona departs from Honolulu and takes around 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Kailua-Kona is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 269 km from Kailua-Kona. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kailua-Kona

ITOHilo Intl
KOAKona Intl
MUEWaimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala

Airlines serving Kailua-Kona

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kailua-Kona

Average rates range from around $254 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $746 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kailua-Kona

Most booked hotels in Kailua-Kona

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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 168 reviews)
$1,542+
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Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 266 reviews)
$850+
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Kona Coast Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1619 reviews)
$215+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1454 reviews)
$232+
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Kanaloa At Kona By Castle
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 707 reviews)
$182+
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Royal Sea Cliff Kona By Outrigger
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 24 reviews)
$264+
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Renting a car in Kailua-Kona

Renting a car in Kailua-Kona costs $53 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Alamo, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kailua-Kona is the Thrifty branch at 73-200 Kupipi Street, which is 12 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Kailua-Kona.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kailua-Kona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kailua-Kona, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kailua-Kona costs $53 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Alamo, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kailua-Kona is the Thrifty branch at 73-200 Kupipi Street, which is 12 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Kailua-Kona.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kailua-Kona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kailua-Kona, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Kailua-Kona

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$32/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$33/day

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