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 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles 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 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles 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 (4,689 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 Wailea

Average rates range from around $474 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)
$1,174+
Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 120 reviews)
$957+
Fairmont Kea Lani - Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 178 reviews)
$970+
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 282 reviews)
$769+
Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 42 reviews)
$612+
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 78 reviews)
$1,026+

Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $54 per day, on average, or $215 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, 7% 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. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $54 per day, on average, or $215 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, 7% 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. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.