How Much Does it Cost to Go to Hawaii
It can cost as much as $300 a day per person to visit Hawaii, and this doesn't include airfare. There are many ways that you can spend less, but you have to know what to look for in order to keep your costs down.
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The average cost of a trip for two to Hawaii depends on the time of year that you visit Hawaii as well as the part of Hawaii that you visit. You can purchase all-inclusive packages from a travel agent or piece the vacation together yourself.
If you fly during peak times, stay at a beachfront hotel, and only eat at Hawaiian restaurants, you'll greatly increase the average cost of your Hawaiian trip.
If you are frugal, rent a condo a few miles from the beach, cook meals in your condo, and visit during an off-peak time, you'll lower the cost to visit Hawaii.
Keep reading to learn just how much it may cost for you to visit Hawaii.
The Cost of Airfare to Hawaii
Airfare costs change daily, but looking at flights booked two weeks out from various areas of the country, you can expect to pay between $450 and $800 for a round-trip ticket to Hawaii. This is if you fly during the off-peak times between April and June or August and November. Airfare tends to spike in June and July and then fall back again in August.
If you plan to visit multiple islands while in Hawaii, you'll need inner-island flights. You can expect to pay between $50 and $200 depending on the date, time, and demand for the inner-island flights.
It's a good idea to book these flights as early as possible in order to get the best prices. The closer you get to your travel date, the more expensive the flights become.
The Typical Cost of a Hotel in Hawaii
The average daily rate (ADR) for a hotel throughout Hawaii is $282. However, where you plan to stay will determine the ADR.
For example, a hotel in Maui can cost an average of $371, while a hotel in Kauai can cost an average of $299 per night. If you stay on the island of Hawaii, you'll pay an average of $246 a night for a hotel.
The hotels in Hawaii (especially those on the beachfront) can be costly. You can save money by renting a condo or vacation home, using Airbnb, or even camping in one of the several national parks.
How Much Should You Budget for Food in Hawaii?
As you might suspect, the cost of eating in Hawaii is high as well. You'll pay the least amount for breakfast, but then pay almost double that for dinner. Of course, if you want to save some money, there are ways to do so.
If you were to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner in an Hawaiian restaurant, expect to pay $20, $25, and $50 to $100, respectively. If you want to save some money, but still enjoy Hawaiian foods, you can visit Hawaiian supermarkets and farmer's markets. This way, you can enjoy the local foods, but without the high restaurant prices.
The Cost to Travel Around Hawaii
Once you are in the Hawaiian islands, you need to be able to get around. While public transportation is plentiful in Oahu, if you visit any other island, you are typically better off renting a car. Just like airfare and hotels, the cost of the car rental will vary based on the time of year. During non-peak times, you can pay as little as $25 a day, but on average, you can expect to pay around $50 per day for a car.
What Is the Best Time to Go to Hawaii?
Weather can play a slight role in when you want to visit Hawaii, but since it's never truly cold or incredibly rainy, Hawaii is a destination you can visit year-round. In order to save money, just as we talked about with airfare, though, avoid the most crowded, aka most expensive, times of the year.
Typically, Christmas time, late February into March (spring break), and mid-summer are the most costly times to visit Hawaii.
If you can visit in January, April (except around Easter), May, or early June, you may be lucky enough to get lower prices on your flights, accommodations, and attractions.
Which Is the Cheapest Island in Hawaii?
Each Hawaiian island has ways to stay there on a budget.
For example, staying a few miles off the beach rather than right on it can save you hundreds of dollars on your hotel stay.
Overall, though, the island of Oahu is the least expensive to visit. Oahu has an abundance of lodging options, public transportation options, and activities for people on all types of budgets.
Of course, if you want to visit the more expensive islands, you can do so by making frugal choices. Don't choose the five-star hotel on the beach, visit during an off-peak time, and eat at places that the locals prefer rather than the restaurants begging tourists to visit.
There are plenty of free attractions and activities that you can do in Hawaii, including swimming, hiking, and even visiting Pearl Harbor. Day trips can cost you as much as $100 per person, but you can shop around and find the best deals if you plan and make your reservations from home.
Bottom Line
You can make your trip to Hawaii as expensive or frugal as you wish. While there's not much you can do about the cost of airfare, you can watch the fares and snag it when it's at its lowest. By planning your trip around the peak travel times, you can save yourself the most money when traveling to this beautiful state.
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