Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kailua-Kona travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kailua-Kona

With a population of 11,975, Kailua-Kona is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kailua-Kona has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kailua-Kona

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fish Hopper - Kailua-Kona (75-5683 Alii Drive) and Jackie Rey's Kailua-Kona (75-5995 Kuakini Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Kailua-Kona

Kailua-Kona in May
Estimated hotel price
C$ 526
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kailua-Kona in May
Estimated hotel price
C$ 526
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kailua-Kona in August, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kailua-Kona, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Kailua-Kona

Plane

When flying to Kailua-Kona, you’ll arrive at Kona Intl (KOA), which is located 8 miles from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to Kailua-Kona include WestJet, Air Canada and Delta. The shortest flight to Kailua-Kona from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 6h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Kailua-Kona is to pick up a car rental from Kahului, which is about 92 miles from Kailua-Kona. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Kahului.

Plane

When flying to Kailua-Kona, you’ll arrive at Kona Intl (KOA), which is located 8 miles from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to Kailua-Kona include WestJet, Air Canada and Delta. The shortest flight to Kailua-Kona from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 6h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Kailua-Kona is to pick up a car rental from Kahului, which is about 92 miles from Kailua-Kona. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Kahului.

Airports near Kailua-Kona

ITOHilo Intl
KOAKona Intl
MUEWaimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala

Airlines serving Kailua-Kona

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,710 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,667 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,039 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,145 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,708 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,610 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,347 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,685 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,889 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,126 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (188 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,491 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,674 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,599 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,562 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (953 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (968 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kailua-Kona

From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai to great affordable options like the Big Island Retreat - No Resort Fees, Kailua-Kona offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 395 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 1,258 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kailua-Kona

Most booked hotels in Kailua-Kona

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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 2,120+
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Kona Coast Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 340+
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Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,070+
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Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 416+
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Royal Kona Resort
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 322+
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Renting a car in Kailua-Kona

Renting a car in Kailua-Kona costs C$ 95 per day, on average, or C$ 476 if you want to rent it for 5 days. Alamo, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kailua-Kona is the Dollar branch at 73-200 Kupipi Street, which is 8 miles from the downtown.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Kona Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.17 per litre in Kailua-Kona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 14.00 and C$ 18.67. The most frequently booked car type in Kailua-Kona is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 29% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kailua-Kona costs C$ 95 per day, on average, or C$ 476 if you want to rent it for 5 days. Alamo, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kailua-Kona is the Dollar branch at 73-200 Kupipi Street, which is 8 miles from the downtown.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Kona Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.17 per litre in Kailua-Kona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 14.00 and C$ 18.67. The most frequently booked car type in Kailua-Kona is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 29% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kailua-Kona

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 52/day

Economy

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

C$ 53/day

Compact
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