Maui Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Maui Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

[The security officer] became irate and called his supervisor who asked me to leave the airport premise for being “uncooperative??!! – fellowpacker

OGG Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Maui-Kahului Airport.

What to Expect

Maui Airport (code: OGG) is a small, renovated, partially open-air terminal building with one long concourse. The airport features a decent selection of eateries and shops throughout the terminal. Most of these services close by 10:00 PM, but some operate according to flight schedules. WiFi is available, with free and paid faster connections. Additional comfort can be found through fee-based access to the airport’s first-class lounge.

Sleeping in Maturin Airport

After security checkpoints close for the night, passengers are restricted to the open-air baggage claim area, and must re-clear security the next day when the checkpoints open. Sleeping spots in this area are limited, with reviewers resorting to sleeping on stone benches, airport wheelchairs and a luggage cart. Mosquitoes are everywhere, so bring insect repellent if you plan to spend the night. Earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones might also come in handy as the airport’s Hawaiian music soundtrack gets loud during the overnight hours. And, given the lack of comfortable seating, bring a travel mat and/or sleeping bag for a bit more comfort. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels within a quick shuttle ride of the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Maui Airport Guide.

Do you have a recent experience sleeping at OGG?

Write a Review

Airport Hours

The terminal at Kahului Airport opens approximately 1–1.5 hours before the first scheduled departure and closes about 30 minutes after the last arriving flight.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, you’ll find a mix of hotels, inns and budget accommodations within a short drive of Kahului Airport.

Courtyard Maui Kahului Airport (0.9 mi) Mid-range hotel.
Maui Seaside Hotel (2.1 mi) Mid-range hotel.
Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore (2.3 mi) Mid-range hotel.
Paia Inn (3.9 mi) Boutique inn.
Howzit Hostel (4.3 mi) Hostel.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, you can enter a lounge through a lounge membership program.

Hawaiian Airlines Premier Club – Location: Airside, Gate 17. Lounge Access: Lounge membership program.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

There are no 24-hour food or beverage options. A small selection of restaurants and cafés operate both landside and airside during daytime and evening hours.

Starbucks locations in the Main Lobby and Baggage Claim are typically open 5:30 AM – 10:30 PM.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage and lockers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

A reader reports that mobile charging outlets are available near Gate 37.

Showers

Showers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi / Internet

A reader reports that free WiFi is available. Paid options for faster speeds may also be offered.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if travelling internationally. Locations: Landside in the ticketing lobby • Landside in baggage claim • Rotunda (central building, second floor).
Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available in the baggage claim and ticketing lobby areas. Rate: Unknown.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Gift, newspaper, and souvenir shops are available in the baggage claim area, on the second level of the central building, and on the second level of the gate area.
Information Desk – Information desks are located throughout the terminal and are staffed from 7:45 AM – 9:45 PM.
Medical Services – The Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting unit provides emergency medical assistance 24 hours a day. Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are located throughout the terminal.
Smoking – Smoking is prohibited inside the terminal. Designated smoking areas are located in the parking lot.

Airlines

Maui Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Canada • Alaska Airlines • American Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Hawaiian Airlines • Mokulele Express • Southwest Airlines • United Airlines • US Airways • Virgin America • Westjet.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

Maui Airport is served by Route 40 (Upcountry Islander) and Route 35 (Haiku Islander). Both buses depart every 90 minutes, from about 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Only one medium-sized suitcase is allowed per passenger. For route maps and schedules, visit the County of Maui website.

Car Rentals

Car rental services are offered in the car rental building, connected to the baggage claim area by a walkway. Car rental shuttles stop behind the car rental building. On-site car rental agencies include Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Sixt • Thrifty.

Compare car rental prices on Expedia

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Shuttles

Roberts Hawaii offers door-to-door shared ride shuttle service between the airport and lodging throughout Maui. Rides can be booked at the service counter in the baggage claim area, and reservations are not required. Hours of operation are from 5:30 AM until the last flight. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the Roberts Hawaii website.

Taxis

Taxis are available outside of the baggage claim area during airport operating hours. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required. At the time of this update, a one-way fare between the airport and Kahului is $13.

Last updated: 2026-03-13

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.