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

Makawao travel guide

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You're Going to Love Makawao

With a population of 7,184, Makawao 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Makawao has to offer.

Where to Eat in Makawao

If you’re looking for affordable options, Haliimaile General Store (900 Haliimaile Road) and The Wooden Crate (1813 Baldwin Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Makawao

Makawao in October
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Makawao in October
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Makawao

Plane

When flying to Makawao, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Makawao include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Makawao departs from Honolulu and takes around 41m.

Car

Another option to get to Makawao is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 168 km from Makawao. You’ll find branches of Lucky Owl Car Rental and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Makawao, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Makawao include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Makawao departs from Honolulu and takes around 41m.

Car

Another option to get to Makawao is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 168 km from Makawao. You’ll find branches of Lucky Owl Car Rental and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Makawao

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Makawao

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,049 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,435 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,520 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,441 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,897 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,106 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,653 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,641 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Makawao

Most booked hotels in Makawao

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Banyan Tree B&B Retreat
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 175 reviews)
$271+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 481 reviews)
$364+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Maui North Shore
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 22 reviews)
$392+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1429 reviews)
$185+
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God's Peace of Maui
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 819 reviews)
$166+
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Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 419 reviews)
$364+
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Renting a car in Makawao

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Makawao (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Makawao (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.