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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wailea has to offer.

Where to Eat in Wailea

If you’re looking for affordable options, Humu Humu (3850 Wailea Alanui Drive) and Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (3850 Wailea Alanui Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Wailea

Wailea in September
Estimated package price
$1271
2 travelers
Flight to Wailea
3 nights at hotel
Wailea in September
Estimated package price
$1271
2 travelers
Flight to Wailea
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Wailea

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 23 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include American Airlines, Air Canada and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Hana and takes around 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 163 km from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 23 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include American Airlines, Air Canada and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Hana and takes around 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 163 km from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailea

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Airlines serving Wailea

Lufthansa
Good (4,684 reviews)
KLM
Good (840 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,650 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,574 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,420 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,992 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,020 reviews)
Finnair
Good (860 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (931 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,776 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (733 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,574 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (777 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (958 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (60 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (33 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (810 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wailea

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only to great affordable options like the AC Hotel by Marriott Maui Wailea, Wailea offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $471 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $789 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Most booked hotels in Wailea

Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 164 reviews)
$1,176+
Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 119 reviews)
$928+
Fairmont Kea Lani - Maui
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 177 reviews)
$910+
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 282 reviews)
$733+
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 77 reviews)
$954+
Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 42 reviews)
$612+

Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $51 per day, on average, or $204 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wailea (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. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $51 per day, on average, or $204 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wailea (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. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.