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Waimea (Kauai) travel guide

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You're Going to Love Waimea (Kauai)

With a population of 1,855, Waimea (Kauai) 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 Waimea (Kauai) has to offer.

When to visit Waimea (Kauai)

Waimea (Kauai) in September
Estimated package price
$585
2 travelers
Flight to Waimea (Kauai)
3 nights at hotel
Waimea (Kauai) in September
Estimated package price
$585
2 travelers
Flight to Waimea (Kauai)
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Waimea (Kauai)

Plane

Although Waimea (Kauai) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lihue (LIH), which is located 21 miles from Waimea (Kauai). Lihue is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waimea (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Waimea (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 125 miles from Waimea (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

Although Waimea (Kauai) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lihue (LIH), which is located 21 miles from Waimea (Kauai). Lihue is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waimea (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Waimea (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 125 miles from Waimea (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Waimea (Kauai)

LIHLihue

Airlines serving Waimea (Kauai)

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,408 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Waimea (Kauai)

Most booked hotels in Waimea (Kauai)

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Waimea Plantation Cottages, a Coast Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9, 581 reviews)
$408+
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The West Inn Kauai
2 stars
Excellent (9, 202 reviews)
$323+
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The Cabins at Kokee
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 287 reviews)
$169+
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Renting a car in Waimea (Kauai)

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Waimea (Kauai) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Waimea (Kauai) is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Waimea (Kauai) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Waimea (Kauai) is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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