Car Rental Honolulu

Renting a car in Honolulu opens up Oʻahu’s beaches, trails and scenic drives — and with the right tips, it’s easier and more affordable than you might think.

Oʻahu measures 44mi (71km) long and 30mi (48km) wide, with three major highways (H-1, H-2, H-3). It’s easy to navigate if you’re comfortable driving on the right-hand side of the road.

You don’t need a car while staying in Waikīkī, where everything is easily accessible by foot, bike, bus, trolley, taxi, scooter, or rideshare services like Uber, Lyft and Holoholo.

For island exploration, renting a car is a great option. Pick up and drop off vehicles at the Consolidated Rental Car (CONRAC) facility at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).

Alternatively, rent a car from one of the many car hire depots in Waikīkī, perfect for taking day trips to explore Oʻahu’s beaches, hiking trails and scenic attractions.

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Car Rentals at Honolulu Airport

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) has a five-story Consolidated Rent-A-Car (CONRAC) facility, housing major car rental companies.

Passengers arriving at Terminal 2, Baggage Claims 19-31, can walk directly to CONRAC. Other terminals offer a free shuttle service.

Shuttle pick-up points are Terminal 1 between Baggage Claims 8-9, Terminal 2 across from Claim 18 and outside the Terminal 3 building.

Shuttles operate daily from 4:00am to midnight. Rental company hours may differ, so confirm details with your provider for after-hours returns.

Car Rentals in Waikīkī

No matter where you stay in Waikīkī, you’ll find a car rental company within walking distance — ideal for short-term or last-minute rentals.

We’ve noticed frequent lines at the car rental desk at International Market Place. For quicker pickup, try these alternatives:

• Sixt at ʻAlohilani Resort
• Budget at The Twin Fin
• Enterprise at Hyatt Centric Waikīkī Beach
• Hertz at Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach
• Thrifty at ʻIlikai Hotel

Car-Sharing Programs

Honolulu’s urban core offers two convenient car-share options, providing short-term vehicle rentals perfect for city exploration and day trips.

• Turo is a peer-to-peer car-sharing program, it’s like Airbnb but for cars.

• Hui is a round-trip, station-based car-sharing program by the hour or day.

Parking in Waikīkī

Parking in Waikīkī is expensive, with hotel and lot rates ranging from $30 to $60 per vehicle per night. Many visitors rent cars only for day trips.

For temporary parking, Royal Hawaiian Center and International Market Place offer structures with validation available.

Paid hourly parking is also available at Honolulu Zoo (maximum of four hours at a time) and Fort DeRussy Beach Park (overnight parking allowed).