Kapalua travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kapalua

With a population of 353, Kapalua 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 Kapalua has to offer.

When to visit Kapalua

Kapalua in June
Estimated package price
$847
2 travelers
Flight to Kapalua
3 nights at hotel
Kapalua in June
Estimated package price
$847
2 travelers
Flight to Kapalua
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Kapalua

Plane

When flying to Kapalua, you’ll arrive at Kapalua West Maui (JHM), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kapalua departs from Honolulu and takes around 53m.

Car

Another option to get to Kapalua is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 80 miles from Kapalua. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Kapalua, you’ll arrive at Kapalua West Maui (JHM), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Kapalua departs from Honolulu and takes around 53m.

Car

Another option to get to Kapalua is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 80 miles from Kapalua. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kapalua

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Airlines serving Kapalua

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,717 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,595 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (976 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (55 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (813 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kapalua

Average rates range from around $502 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,077 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kapalua

Most booked hotels in Kapalua

Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 164 reviews)
$1,174+
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 653 reviews)
$571+
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 119 reviews)
$1,077+
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 168 reviews)
$667+
Outrigger Kaanapali Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 160 reviews)
$427+
Honua Kai Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 21 reviews)
$313+

Renting a car in Kapalua

Renting a car in Kapalua costs $92 per day, on average, or $368 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Kapalua.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kapalua (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kapalua, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kapalua costs $92 per day, on average, or $368 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Kapalua.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kapalua (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kapalua, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.