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 November
Estimated hotel price
$277
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kiama in November
Estimated hotel price
$277
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 86 km 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 94 km from Kiama. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Kiama. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Kiama takes 1159 km and will cost you around $272. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $178 for a journey of 1642 km.

Plane

Although Kiama doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 86 km 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 94 km from Kiama. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Kiama. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Kiama takes 1159 km and will cost you around $272. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $178 for a journey of 1642 km.

Airports near Kiama

MYAMoruya
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Kiama

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kiama

Average rates range from around $244 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $569 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kiama

Hiring a car in Kiama

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.38 and $28.50.

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.38 and $28.50.

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