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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 13m.

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 (8,212 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,065 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,554 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (956 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,194 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,608 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,480 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,599 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kennebunkport

Average rates range from around $461 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,089 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Kennebunkport, with prices from $45 to $987 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Kennebunkport are about 170% 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

Kennebunkport Captains Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 317 reviews)
$211+
The Seaside Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, 972 reviews)
$166+
The Beach House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, 352 reviews)
$165+
King's Port Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 900 reviews)
$142+
Lodge at Kennebunk
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1346 reviews)
$111+
Kennebunk Gallery Motel & Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 602 reviews)
$83+

Renting a car in Kennebunkport

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Kennebunkport.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Kennebunkport.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.