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

Kailua travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kailua

With a population of 38.635, Kailua 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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kailua has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kailua

If you’re looking for affordable options, Banyans Craft Kitchen & Lounge (32 Maluniu Ave) and Gaslamp (26 Hoolai St) are great picks.

When to visit Kailua

Kailua in February
Estimated hotel price
$159
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kailua in February
Estimated hotel price
$159
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kailua in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 59 °F, with an average temperature of 68 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 15″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Kailua, with an average rainfall of 7.5″.

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How to Get to Kailua

Plane

When flying to Kailua, you’ll arrive at Honolulu Airport (HNL), which is located 21 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kailua include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kailua departs from Kailua-Kona and takes around 47m.

Car

Another option to get to Kailua is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 16 km from Kailua. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Budget, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Kailua, you’ll arrive at Honolulu Airport (HNL), which is located 21 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kailua include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kailua departs from Kailua-Kona and takes around 47m.

Car

Another option to get to Kailua is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 16 km from Kailua. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Budget, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kailua

HNLHonolulu
JRFKapolei Kalaeloa

Airlines serving Kailua

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,775 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,721 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,110 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,259 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,698 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,160 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,865 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,452 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (958 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kailua

Most booked hotels in Kailua

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Vive Hotel Waikiki
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2300 reviews)
$176+
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Wayfinder Waikiki
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2032 reviews)
$163+
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Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1759 reviews)
$427+
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Marriott Hotel Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1495 reviews)
$274+
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Ala Moana Honolulu by Mantra
3 stars
Excellent (8, 3108 reviews)
$180+
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Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1793 reviews)
$193+
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Renting a car in Kailua

Renting a car in Kailua costs $54 per day, on average, or $376 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Honolulu.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Kailua (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kailua, while also 11% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kailua costs $54 per day, on average, or $376 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Honolulu.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Kailua (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kailua, while also 11% cheaper than other types, on average.

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