Overall4.9/10Harder to reach than about 55% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Flying is the only practical inter-island travel option to Oahu (Honolulu), Kauai, or the Big Island. The 35-40 minute flight to Honolulu is cheaper and faster than any historical ferry alternative.
- The Maui-Lanai ferry is ideal for day trips; the earliest departure (6:30 AM from Maui) arrives by 7:40 AM, allowing 90+ minutes on Lanai before the first return ferry at 8:30 AM, or full-day options with afternoon/evening returns.
- Car rental is strongly recommended for Maui; public transit is limited and island attractions are spread out. Book early, as Maui has well-documented car shortages and prices rise closer to travel dates.
- For mainland visitors, flying into Honolulu first is common; you can then catch a quick inter-island flight to Maui, or book a multi-city itinerary.
- Ferry tickets to Lanai are available through direct operator (Expeditions) and third-party sellers. Advance online booking recommended, especially in peak season.
- Parking at Mā'alaea Harbor (ferry departure point) has various paid options. Arrive early for premium spots, especially during busy times.
Ferry Connections
Maui To Oahu
- Status
- No ferry service
- Historical Note
- Hawaii Superferry operated 2007-2009, shut down by court order
Maui To Lanai
- Operator
- Expeditions (Lāna'i Expeditions)
- Arrival Point
- Mānele Harbor on Lāna'i
- Check In Time
- 30-45 minutes before departure
- Departure Point
- Mā'alaea Harbor on Maui
- Duration Minutes
- 70
- Ticket Price One Way
- $30
- Notes
- Coast Guard certified vessels. Multiple daily round-trip options. Scenic views of Maui County including potential whale sightings in winter (Dec-April). Maui-Lanai ferry is only current active passenger ferry service in Hawaii.
Daily Schedule
Maui to Lanai
Times
- 6:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 3:30 PM
Lanai to Maui
Times
- 8:30 AM
- 1:00 PM
- 5:30 PM
Maui To Molokai
- Status
- Ferry service status uncertain; past service discontinued
- Note
- County of Maui is developing a new publicly-owned ferry program in feasibility phase (study completion targeted Feb 2025) to potentially restore service between Maui, Lāna'i, and Molokaʻi
Secondary Airports
Kapalua Airport (JHM)
- Code
- JHM
- Region
- West Maui
- Note
- Commuter airport with limited service
Hana Airport (HNM)
- Code
- HNM
- Region
- East Maui
- Note
- Commuter airport serving remote east side
Airport Ground Transport
SpeediShuttle and Other Licensed Operators
- Type
- Shuttle Service
- Details
- Pre-booked airport shuttle service with flat-rate fares to hotels and neighborhoods across the island. Available from both Kahului and Kapalua airports.
- Note
- No reservations needed for some services; counter located in baggage claim area at Kahului
Maui Bus
- Type
- Public Transit
- Details
- County of Maui operates public transit with limited airport service. Upcountry (Route 40) and Haiku Islander (Route 35) routes serve Kahului Airport.
- Schedule
- Routes operate 6:00 a.m. to 10:11 p.m., typically every 90 minutes
- Baggage Restriction
- One medium-sized suitcase/bag allowed, max 22" H x 14" W x 9" L
Multiple Licensed Taxi Services
- Type
- Taxi
- Details
- Taxis and ride-share available at airport terminals
Multiple Vendors On-site
- Type
- Car Rental
- Details
- Full-service car rental agencies at Kahului Airport
Primary Airport
- Code
- OGG
- Name
- Kahului Airport (OGG)
- Description
- Maui's main airport and second busiest in Hawaii. Most visitors arrive here.
Inter Island Flights
- Frequency
- Over 70 daily departures operated by five airlines
- Lowest Fares
- $44
best-case booking on promotional days
- Primary Route
- Honolulu (HNL) to Kahului (OGG)
- Flight Duration
- 35-40 minutes
- Typical Fare Range
- $65
one-way, booked in advance
Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- Hawaiian Airlines
- Alaska Airlines
- Mokulele Airlines
- Southern Airways Express
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