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

Kiama travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kiama

With a population of 12,286, Kiama is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kiama to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kiama

Kiama in July
Estimated hotel price
$269
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kiama in July
Estimated hotel price
$269
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kiama in January, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Kiama, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Kiama

Plane

Although Kiama doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 54 miles from Kiama. The shortest flight to Kiama from New Zealand departs from Hamilton and takes around 3h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Kiama is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 58 miles from Kiama. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and Alpha, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

Although Kiama doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 54 miles from Kiama. The shortest flight to Kiama from New Zealand departs from Hamilton and takes around 3h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Kiama is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 58 miles from Kiama. You’ll find branches of YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and Alpha, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Kiama

MYAMoruya
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Kiama

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,774 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,237 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,240 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,128 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,375 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,536 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,702 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,764 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,182 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,974 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,465 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,894 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kiama

Hiring a car in Kiama

Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Kiama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.22 and $29.62. Intermediate (Toyota Hilux or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kiama, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Kiama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.22 and $29.62. Intermediate (Toyota Hilux or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kiama, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.