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What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Kiawah Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kiawah Island

With a population of 1,749, Kiawah Island is a must-see destination in South Carolina, 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 Kiawah Island has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Kiawah Island

Catamaran Sailing Multi Day Experience
Sports & Fitness•Water Sports

When to visit Kiawah Island

Kiawah Island in January
Estimated hotel price
$320
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kiawah Island in January
Estimated hotel price
$320
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kiawah Island

Plane

Although Kiawah Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charleston Municipal Airport (CHS), which is located 32 km from Kiawah Island. Savannah/Hilton Head is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kiawah Island departs from Cincinnati and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Kiawah Island is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 299 km from Kiawah Island. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Kiawah Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charleston Municipal Airport (CHS), which is located 32 km from Kiawah Island. Savannah/Hilton Head is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kiawah Island departs from Cincinnati and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Kiawah Island is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 299 km from Kiawah Island. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Kiawah Island

SAVSavannah/Hilton Head
HHHHilton Head Island
CHSCharleston

Airlines serving Kiawah Island

Lufthansa
Good (8,291 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,597 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,272 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,682 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,690 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,027 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,819 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,627 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,119 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (247 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,068 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kiawah Island

Average rates range from around $346 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $360 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kiawah Island

Most booked hotels in Kiawah Island

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Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 279 reviews)
$383+
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Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 8 reviews)
$128+
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The Dunlin, Auberge Collection
5 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$508+
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The Sanctuary At Kiawah Island Golf Resort
5 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$315+
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Renting a car in Kiawah Island

Renting a car in Kiawah Island costs $73 per day, on average, or $219 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 8% cheaper than airport locations in Kiawah Island.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Kiawah Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

Renting a car in Kiawah Island costs $73 per day, on average, or $219 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 8% cheaper than airport locations in Kiawah Island.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Kiawah Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

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