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

Volcano travel guide

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With a population of 2,575, Volcano is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Volcano deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Volcano

Volcano in October
Estimated package price
$792
2 travelers
Flight to Volcano
3 nights at hotel
Volcano in October
Estimated package price
$792
2 travelers
Flight to Volcano
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Volcano in August, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 59 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 12.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Volcano, with an average rainfall of 4.8″.

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How to Get to Volcano

Plane

Although Volcano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hilo Intl (ITO), which is located 23 miles from Volcano. Hilo Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Japan Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Volcano departs from Honolulu and takes around 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Volcano is to pick up a car rental from Kahului, which is about 128 miles from Volcano. You’ll find branches of Ace and Dollar, among others, in Kahului.

Plane

Although Volcano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hilo Intl (ITO), which is located 23 miles from Volcano. Hilo Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Japan Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Volcano departs from Honolulu and takes around 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Volcano is to pick up a car rental from Kahului, which is about 128 miles from Volcano. You’ll find branches of Ace and Dollar, among others, in Kahului.

Airports near Volcano

ITOHilo Intl
KOAKona Intl
MUEWaimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala

Airlines serving Volcano

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,096 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,519 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,439 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,898 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,482 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,106 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,653 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,642 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (942 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Volcano

Most booked hotels in Volcano

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At the Craters Edge
4 stars
Excellent (9.8, 169 reviews)
$370+
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Kilauea Lodge And Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 360 reviews)
$227+
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Volcano Village Estates
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 532 reviews)
$307+
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Volcano Inn Bed n Breakfast
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 427 reviews)
$177+
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Aloha Crater Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 513 reviews)
$165+
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Volcano House
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 186 reviews)
$303+
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Renting a car in Volcano

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Volcano (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 Volcano (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.