Flights to Kauai will take you Lihue Airport. Baggage claim and ground transportation are on the first floor, and there is plenty of signage to direct your way. Also located in the airport are a Starbucks, a flower shop, and visitor information. To leave the airport, you can take a courtesy bus, shuttles, taxis, or rental cars. Rental Car companies include Thrifty, Dollar, Avis, Alamo, Budget, National, and Hertz.

There is really only one way to get around in Kauai and that is by car. Be advised that there is only one major road around the island. It is one lane in some places, and the traffic is busy during morning and evening rush hours. Between 6:00 and 10:30 in the morning people can use one of the north-bound lanes and travel south, so watch for the orange traffic cones.

Airfare to Kauai takes you to an amazing paradise. The first thing you have to do in Kauai after you have arrived is take a helicopter tour. In fact, that may be the best reason to find a cheap flight to Kauai so you will have the money for this. It is expensive but worth every penny. After your helitour, hike the Waimea Canyon, also known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Just do not forget your camera because the flora there is breathtaking. Naturally, any trip to Hawaii means beaches and the ones in Kauai are just as amazing as any other in the state. Be aware that some beaches do not have lifeguards and despite the water sports, the surf in Kauai can be quite dangerous.

You can peruse small shops up and down the island or visit a major shopping center like Kukui'ula Village. Many things are actually made in Kauai and bear the made in Kauai label. There are several farmers’ markets, which are called Sunshine markets in Hawaii. You will definitely buy the freshest pineapple you have ever had. Speaking of pineapple, you will find a wide assortment of restaurants in Kauai serving a variety of cuisines. Roy's Poipu Bar and Grill serves traditional Hawaiian food. Brennecke's Beach Bar serves seafood right on the beach. The Dock is the place for sandwiches. At night, watch the incredible sunset. Duke's has live music and dancing, and Rob's Good Time Grill has pool and karaoke. The beauty will have you booking your next Kauai flight quite soon.

• US Airways 41% recommend
• Hawaiian Airlines 88% recommend
• United 46% recommend

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• Kauai is 10 mi from Kauai Island Airport (Lihue, HI).
• Kauai Island Airport (Lihue, HI)
• Right now, 16 airlines operate out of Kauai Island Airport.
• Kauai Island Airport offers nonstop flights to 12 cities.
• Every week, at least 917 domestic flights and 0 international flights depart from Kauai Island Airport.

Kauai is served by Kauai Island Airport (Lihue, HI)

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• Los Angeles to Kauai Island $770 (found 06/19/2013)
• San Francisco to Kauai Island $873 (found 06/16/2013)
• Oakland to Kauai Island $726 (found 06/16/2013)