Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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Kīhei travel guide

Kīhei Tourism | Kīhei Guide

You're Going to Love Kīhei

With a population of 20,881, Kīhei 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 Kīhei has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kīhei

If you’re looking for affordable options, Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea (10 Wailea Gateway Place, Unit B-201) and Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Wailea, Maui (3750 Alanui Drive) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Gather on Maui (100 Wailea Golf Club Dr) and Manoli's Pizza Company (100 Wailea Ike Dr.) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kīhei.

When to visit Kīhei

Kīhei in November
Estimated hotel price
$959
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kīhei in November
Estimated hotel price
$959
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kīhei

Plane

When flying to Kīhei, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kīhei from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 18h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 159 km from Kīhei. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Kīhei, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kīhei from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 18h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 159 km from Kīhei. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kīhei

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Airlines serving Kīhei

Lufthansa
Good (8,275 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,582 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,254 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,655 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,676 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,340 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,753 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,424 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,391 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,045 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (245 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,936 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,031 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,219 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,975 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,437 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,551 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kīhei

From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea to great affordable options like the Maui What a Wonderful World Bed & Breakfast, Kīhei offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $535 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,145 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kīhei

Hiring a car in Kīhei

Expect to pay $2.25 per litre in Kīhei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.93 and $35.90. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.25 per litre in Kīhei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $26.93 and $35.90. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.