About this Location

Facility Overview

The Kahului Airport Public Parking facility, serving Maui’s primary commercial airport (IATA: OGG), is conveniently positioned at 12 Lanui Circle in Kahului, Hawaii. Located directly across from the main passenger terminal and baggage claim concourses, this comprehensive parking complex provides both short-term and long-term parking accommodations for island residents, inter-island travelers, and international visitors. The facility is arranged primarily as an expansive, open-air surface parking lot featuring broad circulation lanes, well-delineated stalls, and designated accessible zones. Because it is a ground-level open lot, it features unlimited vertical clearance, making it fully accessible not only to standard passenger sedans and crossovers, but also to lifted 4x4 pickup trucks, full-size SUVs with surfboard or rooftop gear racks, passenger vans, and high-roof adventure camper rentals.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

As the central air transportation gateway for the Valley Isle, this parking facility is within immediate walking distance (1 to 4 minutes) of Kahului Airport’s ticketing counters, TSA security checkpoints, baggage claim areas, and the multi-story Consolidated Rent-A-Car (CONRAC) facility connected by the electric airport tram. Beyond aviation transit, the facility serves as a gateway to Central Maui amenities just a 5 to 10-minute drive away, including the Queen Ka\'ahumanu Center, Maui Mall Village, Kanaha Beach Park (world-renowned for windsurfing and kitesurfing), and the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC). It also provides an effortless departure base for travelers heading toward the Road to Hana via Highway 36, Upcountry Maui, or the resort corridors of Kihei, Wailea, Ka\'anapali, and Kapalua.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress is seamless via Airport Access Road (Route 3800) and Keolani Place, feeding into Lanui Circle, which loops smoothly around the terminal perimeter. Dedicated overhead signage directs arriving motorists directly into the public parking lot entrances. For exiting drivers, multiple automated express lanes and cashier-assisted booths feed straight back onto Keolani Place and Dairy Road, connecting immediately with Hana Highway (Route 36) and Kuihelani Highway (Route 380). For public transit users, the Maui Bus system operates regular routes (such as Route 35 and Route 40) directly connecting Kahului Airport to central Kahului hubs, Queen Ka\'ahumanu Center transit terminal, and neighboring island districts.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with unrestricted overhead clearance, ideal for roof-racks, oversized vehicles, and lifted trucks.
Direct crosswalk access to the main terminal building, airline check-in desks, and baggage claim carousels.
Dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations and designated green vehicle parking stalls.
Prominent ADA-compliant accessible parking stalls located along the walkways closest to terminal crosswalks.
Continuous 24/7 security patrol, comprehensive overhead illumination, and perimeter fencing.
Automated self-service payment kiosks supporting credit/debit card transactions and mobile wallet payments.
Complimentary initial grace period (first 15 minutes) for quick passenger drop-offs and curb pickups.
Cell Phone Waiting Lot situated nearby along Hemaloa Street for motorists waiting for arriving flights.

Ideal For

Air passengers seeking secure overnight, weekend, or extended long-term parking while flying off-island.
Local residents and greeters picking up arriving friends and family directly at the baggage claim.
Business commuters making day trips or inter-island hops to Oahu, Kauai, or the Big Island.
Travelers renting or dropping off private vehicles and car-share bookings near the airport grounds.

Visitor & Driver Tips

If you are simply meeting an arriving traveler, consider taking advantage of the nearby Cell Phone Waiting Lot, which allows you to stage your vehicle at no cost until your party has collected their luggage. For drivers parking within the main facility, note that the first 15 minutes are free of charge, making short errands or accompanying passengers to the ticket counter quick and economical. Parking capacity can become tight during peak holiday travel periods and long weekends; travelers departing on morning flights are encouraged to arrive with ample time to locate a space and navigate terminal check-in. Keep your paper ticket in a safe, cool place away from vehicle dashboard sun exposure to ensure smooth barcode scanning at exit gates.