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

Kennebunkport travel guide

Kennebunkport Tourism | Kennebunkport Guide

You're Going to Love Kennebunkport

With a population of 1,238, Kennebunkport is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kennebunkport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kennebunkport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport (29 Dock Square) and The Tides Beach Club (930 Kings Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport in January
Estimated hotel price
$204
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kennebunkport in January
Estimated hotel price
$204
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kennebunkport in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Kennebunkport, with an average rainfall of 3.6″.

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How to Get to Kennebunkport

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 20 miles from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 76 miles from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 20 miles from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 76 miles from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Airports near Kennebunkport

Airlines serving Kennebunkport

Lufthansa
Good (8,134 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,115 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,445 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,468 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,991 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,618 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,879 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,336 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,336 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kennebunkport

Average rates range from around $490 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,394 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Kennebunkport, with prices from $45 to $1,613 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Kennebunkport are about 108% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Kennebunkport by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Kennebunkport

Most booked hotels in Kennebunkport

The Seaside Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 966 reviews)
$205+
The Nonantum Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 383 reviews)
$341+
The Lodge at Turbat's Creek
2 stars
Excellent (9, 539 reviews)
$274+
The Beach House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, 348 reviews)
$276+
King's Port Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 888 reviews)
$286+
Kennebunk Gallery Motel & Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 587 reviews)
$96+

Renting a car in Kennebunkport

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $88 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Kennebunkport.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Kennebunkport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $88 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Kennebunkport.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Kennebunkport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.