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

Wailea travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wailea

With a population of 5,938, Wailea 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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wailea has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Wailea

If you’re looking for affordable options, Morimoto - Maui (3550 Wailea Alanui Dr.) and Lineage Maui (3750 Wailea Alanui Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Wailea

Wailea in April
Estimated hotel price
$1117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailea in April
Estimated hotel price
$1117
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wailea

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 15h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 15h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailea

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Wailea

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,749 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,704 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,124 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,210 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,488 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,801 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (191 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,131 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,691 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,915 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,589 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (957 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wailea

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Wailea to great affordable options like the AC Hotels by Marriott Maui Wailea, Wailea offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $961 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,118 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Hiring a car in Wailea

Expect to pay $1.39 per litre in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.63 and $22.17. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Convertible or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.39 per litre in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.63 and $22.17. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Convertible or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.