Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui
Most visitors rent a car at Kahului Airport, as the resorts are spread out and public transport is limited. Taxis, Uber and Lyft are available but expensive for longer trips.
Kahului is Maui's main airport; the resort areas (Wailea, Kīhei, Kāʻanapali, Kapalua) are 25–60 minutes away.
Best for most people: Rental car. Maui's attractions are spread out and public transport is limited.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| car hire Rental car centre connected to the terminal by tram | about 25–35 min to Wailea; 45–60 min to Kāʻanapali | varies by season | 24 h for pick-up at most companies | Book well in advance in peak season. | |
| ride-hailing Uber and Lyft from the designated pick-up area | about 25–60 min | about $50–90 to Wailea or Kāʻanapali | 24 h | Prices vary with demand. | |
| taxi Taxi rank outside baggage claim | about 25–60 min | about $60–120 depending on destination | 24 h | Ask for an estimate before leaving. | |
| shuttle Shared shuttle services to the resorts | about 30–75 min | pre-booked | varies | daytime and evening | Book ahead. |
| bus Maui Bus public routes from the airport | varies | about hourly on main routes | about $2 | daytime | Strict luggage limits; not practical with suitcases. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Other airports
- Kapalua (JHM): small airport in West Maui with limited inter-island flights
Tips
- Book a rental car well in advance, especially in winter and summer.
- Respect local residents in West Maui affected by the 2023 Lahaina fire.
- Maui Bus does not allow large luggage.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Kahului Airport to Wailea?
A taxi to Wailea typically costs about $60–80, and to Kāʻanapali about $90–120, depending on traffic and time of day, plus a customary tip. Uber and Lyft can be cheaper, though prices rise when several flights land together. Use the official taxi rank outside baggage claim and ask for an estimate before departing.
Do I need a rental car on Maui?
For most visitors, yes. The island's highlights, such as Haleakalā, the Road to Hāna and the beaches of the south and west coasts, are spread out, and public transport is limited. Rental cars are collected at the consolidated rental car centre next to the terminal. Book early, because prices climb sharply in winter and summer.
Is there public transport from Kahului Airport?
Maui Bus runs public routes that serve the airport, with low fares of about $2. However, services are infrequent and only small bags that fit on your lap or under the seat are allowed, so they are not practical with suitcases. Most arriving visitors rent a car, take a shuttle or use Uber, Lyft or a taxi.
How long does it take to reach the Maui resorts?
From Kahului Airport, Kīhei and Wailea are about 25–35 minutes by car, Kāʻanapali about 45–60 minutes, and Kapalua around an hour or a little more. The road to West Maui follows the coast and can slow down with roadworks or traffic in the afternoon, so allow extra time when returning for a flight.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.