Kapolei travel guide

Kapolei Tourism | Kapolei Guide

You're Going to Love Kapolei

With a population of 15,186, Kapolei 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kapolei has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kapolei

If you’re looking for affordable options, Monkeypod Kitchen - Ko Olina (92-1048 Olani Street) and Limon Rotisserie Oahu (91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy Ste 501) are great picks.

When to visit Kapolei

Kapolei in October
Estimated package price
$1106
2 travelers
Flight to Kapolei
3 nights at hotel
Kapolei in October
Estimated package price
$1106
2 travelers
Flight to Kapolei
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Kapolei

Plane

Kapolei is served by 2 airports: Kapolei Kalaeloa (JRF) and Honolulu Airport (HNL). The closest to downtown Kapolei is Kapolei Kalaeloa, which is located 2 miles from the city center. Further away is Honolulu Airport, 9 miles from the center of Kapolei. Honolulu Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kapolei departs from Hilo and takes around 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Kapolei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 13 miles from Kapolei. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

Kapolei is served by 2 airports: Kapolei Kalaeloa (JRF) and Honolulu Airport (HNL). The closest to downtown Kapolei is Kapolei Kalaeloa, which is located 2 miles from the city center. Further away is Honolulu Airport, 9 miles from the center of Kapolei. Honolulu Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kapolei departs from Hilo and takes around 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Kapolei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 13 miles from Kapolei. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Kapolei

Airlines serving Kapolei

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,510 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,610 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,565 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,942 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,814 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,611 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (398 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (499 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,607 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kapolei

Average rates range from around $670 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $624 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kapolei

Most booked hotels in Kapolei

Four Seasons Resort Oahu At Ko Olina
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 140 reviews)
$1,034+
Hampton Inn & Suites Oahu/Kapolei
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 420 reviews)
$230+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Oahu Kapolei
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 407 reviews)
$281+
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 67 reviews)
$655+
Sheraton Waikiki
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2409 reviews)
$422+
Residence Inn by Marriott Oahu Kapolei
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 110 reviews)
$292+

Renting a car in Kapolei

Renting a car in Kapolei costs $43 per day, on average, or $128 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Kapolei.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kapolei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kapolei, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kapolei costs $43 per day, on average, or $128 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Kapolei.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kapolei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kapolei, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.