MAUILeaving Kahului: transport guide
Taxi scams are reported by visitors, and public transport information is difficult to find and infrequent.
OGG (Kahului) serves Maui, United States. The recommended way out is Uber/Lyft (~$70-100 to Kaanapali, 30-50 min to Kaanapali). Pickup: Designated ride-hailing pick-up zone, check app for exact location..
- $70-100ExpectedWhat locals pay
- $110ConcerningAsk for the meter
- Over $120ScamWalk away
Uber/Lyft
- Typical fare
- $70-100 to Kaanapali
- Journey time
- 30-50 min to Kaanapali
- Pickup
- Designated ride-hailing pick-up zone, check app for exact location.
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Uber/Lyft
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- $70-100 (to Kaanapali)
- Journey
- 30-50 min (to Kaanapali)
- Wait
- 5-15 min
- Payment
- 📱 App
Pros- Upfront pricing
- Trackable ride
- Generally reliable
Cons- Fares can surge
- No scheduling ahead for airport pickups (Uber)
- Availability can be an issue at extreme hours
- 2
Taxi
- Cost
- $87 (to Kaanapali)
- Journey
- 30-50 min (to Kaanapali)
- Wait
- 5-10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Readily available outside baggage claim
Cons- Risk of meter fraud/overcharging
- Higher fares than ride-hailing in some cases
- May demand cash only
- 3
Maui Bus
- Cost
- Free (for students)
- Journey
- 60+ min (to Kahului/Wailuku)
- Wait
- Infrequent service
- Payment
- 💵 Cash
Pros- Extremely cheap/free for students
Cons- Limited routes and schedules
- Not practical for popular tourist destinations like Kaanapali
- Information is difficult to find online
From gate to city
- 1Connect to airport Wi-Fi
- 2Download Uber/Lyft app
- 3Request your ride
- 4Head to pickup zone
- 5Confirm car details
- Book Uber/Lyft
- Confirm car details
- Avoid unmetered taxis
- Have app ready
Common scams & payment traps
- Always confirm fare and payment method before starting a taxi ride.
- Prefer card payments to create a transaction record.
- Be wary of taxi drivers refusing to use the meter.
Taxi Meter Scam
Medium riskTaxi drivers refusing to start the meter and demanding a higher cash fare at the destination.
HOW TO AVOID · Confirm meter use or fixed fare beforehand; use ride-hailing apps for upfront pricing.
Overcharging Taxi
Medium riskTaxi demanding an inflated fare, especially for tourists, claiming it's the standard rate.
HOW TO AVOID · Check estimated fares on airport websites or ride-hailing apps before getting in a taxi.
What locals & travellers say
“Ubering from the airport is a fine plan, except if you're coming/going at an extreme hour.”
- "Ubering from the airport is a fine plan, except if you're coming/going at an extreme hour." — r/MauiVisitors
- "Both Uber and Lyft are available at the airport. However there is no scheduling ahead for airport pickups." — facebook.com/groups/554955574838601
- "Maui Bus fixed-route fares are free for students of any age." — instagram.com/p/DZ82Rt8FDmn/
Take it with you
OGG arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Kahului?
- Uber/Lyft. Fares can be higher during peak hours or if there's high demand..
- Are taxis at OGG safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: taxi meter scam — Taxi drivers refusing to start the meter and demanding a higher cash fare at the destination. Confirm meter use or fixed fare beforehand; use ride-hailing apps for upfront pricing.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at OGG?
- Yes — Uber/Lyft works at OGG. Typical cost $70-100 (to Kaanapali), journey ~30-50 min (to Kaanapali). Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from OGG to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the OGG → Kaanapali route is roughly $70-100. Anything around $110 is high — Over $120 is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at OGG?
- Carry small local notes — Taxi expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Kahului?
- Designated ride-hailing pick-up zone, check app for exact location.. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is OGG safe to arrive at late at night?
- Late-night arrivals carry extra scam pressure here — specifically overcharging taxi. Pre-book a transfer where possible, stay inside the terminal until your ride is confirmed, and use the official rank only.
- What scams should I watch for at OGG?
- The most reported at OGG: Taxi Meter Scam; Overcharging Taxi. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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- June 2026
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