Frequently Asked Questions
Are we able to pick the car up from the airport?
We now offer this option for flights scheduled to arrive AFTER 9PM. There is a minimum 5-day rental. We charge a $50 fee to drop the car at the airport and you must pay $24 to exit the parking lot.
This option may be available for earlier flights, feel free to ask.
Can we add more than one driver? What if they are under 25 years old? Is there a fee?
You can add as many additional drivers as you would like for FREE! Anyone with a valid drivers license.
Under 25 years old? No problem. We don’t charge an underage fee and welcome anyone over the age of 21 to rent a car with us!
My flight departs before you open, what are my options?
Our first shuttle to the Kahului airport is 8am, if you need to be at the airport before 830am you have the option of leaving the car in the airport public parking lot for a $50 fee (plus tax).
Why are your rates so much lower than the other companies?
We buy most of our cars used, so we pay less than the big national rental companies. We pass those savings straight on to you.
We also keep our overhead low. We own our property, buildings, and fleet, which helps control costs. Most of our business comes from our website and happy customers who recommend us, so we don’t spend money on expensive TV or magazine ads.
That’s why we deliberately keep our rental rates low. We could charge more during peak season when demand is high, but we’d rather offer fair prices and earn your business year after year. We believe that’s the best way to build lasting relationships—and it’s one of the reasons we’ve grown steadily for so long.
What are some other advantages of renting with Kihei Rent A Car?"
Over our many years in business, we’ve seen that customers who rent brand-new cars often regret it once they experience Hawaii’s rugged roads and terrain. What starts as a beautiful adventure can turn into costly surprise fees for scratches, dings, and dirt when returning the vehicle.
At Kihei Rent A Car, we use gently pre-owned vehicles, so we’re much more understanding about normal wear and tear. You won’t face those stressful extra charges at checkout. Plus, our cars blend in with local vehicles, making them far less noticeable to potential thieves — giving you and your belongings extra peace of mind while you explore Maui.
What is your cancelation policy?
You are able to cancel for no charge up to 72 hours before your scheduled arrival. If canceling after that, we have a $50 last minute cancellation fee.
Do you rent out carseats?
No, however we do have booster seats available for free with the rental of our vehicles. However due to limited supply, they MUST be reserved in advance. Booster seats must be used up to 4 feet 9 inches or 7 years old. We do NOT have car seats. Proper car seat’s and booster’s seats MUST be used in our shuttle, no exceptions. We recommend Akamai Mothers for any car seat rental needs. Click here for their website
Do your rates vary seasonally?
Yes! We use to have a “Summer rate and Winter rate”, but as times change so do we. The higher the demand the higher the rate and on the flip side, the lower the demand the lower rates get. December through March are the busiest months of the year with the snowbirds; June, July and August get busy with families on summer break while May and September are usually the quieter months in the islands.
Kihei Rent A Car Holiday Schedule:
- July 4th: We only pick up flights before 730PM and 8PM is the last shuttle to the airport.
- USA Thanksgiving day: CLOSED!! For returns, you can leave the car in our driveway and Uber to to the airport or leave the car in the airport public parking lot for a $100 fee.
- 12/06/26: We only pick up flights before 330Pm and 4PM is the last shuttle to the airport. *Company party*
- 12/24: We only pick up flights before 130PM and 2PM is the last shuttle to the airport.
- 12/25: CLOSED For returns you can leave the car in our driveway or leave the car in the airport public parking lot for a $100 fee.
- 12/31: We only pick up flights before 730PM and 8PM is the last shuttle to the airport.
- 01/01: 9AM is the first shuttle to the airport, normal business hours otherwise.
***Please Call our office to make a reservation on any of these above dates***
Shuttle Service Info
Kihei Rent A Car is not at Kahului Airport. We offer a convenient shuttle service that picks you up at the airport and takes you to our Kihei office. Free for rentals of 5+ days; otherwise, a shuttle fee applies.
Arrival Shuttle Pickups:
8:30am through 10:00pm. After hours options are available. We have a 10:30PM cutoff for our shuttle service if your flight is delayed. Please contact us to explore options regarding delayed flights.
Return Shuttles to Airport:
Every Hour on the hour starting from 8:00am to 9:00pm
Late Arriving Flights:
We pick up flights scheduled to land BEFORE 10:00PM*, we wait until 10:30PM for delayed flights and you must be at our van WITH your luggage by 11:00PM.
*If your flight is scheduled to land after 10:00PM you have 2 options:
#1 Take a taxi at your expense to your accommodation and come to us to pick up your car the next day. If staying in Kihei, we can pick you up for free at 8:30am or 8:45am ONLY depending on where you’re staying in Kihei/Wailea
#2 For rentals of 5 nights or longer we will leave the car in the airport public parking lot for you. There is a $50 fee for us to drop it off and you will have to pay the parking fee of $24 to exit the parking lot. This option is also available for any flight arriving after 9PM.
Shuttle Service Reminder
Upon arriving, you must call us BEFORE going to baggage claim. We don’t leave Kihei until you call and we are 25 minutes from the airport. We will tell you where to meet us when you call.
Offering affordable
Maui Rental Cars
since 1990
As a family-owned business, we understand the budget challenges of vacationing in Hawaii. We endeavor to offer the best, personalized service and quality vehicles, for the lowest rates we can. We sincerely want our customers to have a great experience on our island!
When you rent from Kihei Rent A Car, you’ll receive great personalized service and a quality car at a reasonable price. Contact us today to make your reservation!