Wailua (Kauai) travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wailua (Kauai)

With a population of 2,254, Wailua (Kauai) is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wailua (Kauai) deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Wailua (Kauai)

Wailua (Kauai) in March
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailua (Kauai) in March
Estimated hotel price
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wailua (Kauai)

Plane

When flying to Wailua (Kauai), you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailua (Kauai) include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wailua (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailua (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 108 miles from Wailua (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Wailua (Kauai), you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailua (Kauai) include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wailua (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailua (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 108 miles from Wailua (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailua (Kauai)

Airlines serving Wailua (Kauai)

Lufthansa
Good (4,682 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,606 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,975 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,980 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,749 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (728 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,582 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (964 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (812 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (613 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (555 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (671 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,784 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wailua (Kauai)

Most booked hotels in Wailua (Kauai)

Kauai Shores Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1760 reviews)
$294+
Kauai Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 125 reviews)
$323+
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 380 reviews)
$407+
The Kauai Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1187 reviews)
$241+
Aston Islander On The Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8, 641 reviews)
$230+
Kauai Palms Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1907 reviews)
$189+

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai)

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wailua (Kauai) (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. The most frequently booked car type in Wailua (Kauai) is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wailua (Kauai) (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. The most frequently booked car type in Wailua (Kauai) is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.