Wailuku
town · United States
Overview
Set in United States, Wailuku is a town.
It is home to around 15,000 people.
It lies in the northern hemisphere, in North America.
The nearest airport is Kahului International Airport (OGG), about 8 km away.
Key facts
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Population | 15,313 |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu |
| Elevation | 76 m |
| Nearest airport | Kahului International Airport (OGG), 8 km |
| Currency | USD |
Where Wailuku is
Wailuku sits in United States, in the northern part of North America.
Kahului lies about 3 km to the east and Kīhei lies about 15 km to the south-east.
Getting there
Most visitors arrive by air. Kahului International Airport (OGG) is the closest airport, about 8 km from Wailuku.
Alternative gateways include Kapalua Airport (JHM, 19 km); Lanai Airport (LNY, 48 km).
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Find flights to Wailuku →arrives OGG (7.7 km away)
Getting around
It is small enough to walk end to end; a car or taxi helps for anything beyond the centre.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly tropical (northern hemisphere): hot for much of the year with a distinct wet season; the cooler, drier window is the most comfortable time to travel.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Wailuku is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through OGG.
Day trips & nearby
Wailuku works well as a base. Within about 15 km you can reach Kahului (3 km to the east); Kīhei (15 km to the south-east).
Good to know
The currency is the USD (Dollar).
The main languages spoken are English, Spanish.
Clocks run on Pacific/Honolulu time.
Traffic drives on the right.
How long to stay
Plan on 3–5 days here; that suits most visitors on a first trip.
Journeys through here
Where to stay in Wailuku
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Wailuku?
- Kahului International Airport (OGG) is the closest airport, about 8 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Wailuku?
- The drier season is generally the most comfortable time to visit.
- What is near Wailuku?
- Kahului is one of the closest places, about 3 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Wailuku in?
- Wailuku is in United States.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.