Maui Vacation Cost: What to Budget

Estimates from Mahalo Travels' live pricing data, the same numbers our instant quote calculator uses. Pricing last refreshed October 2026. Reviewed by Courtney Geisel, Travel Advisor.

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Quick answer

A 7-night Maui vacation for two typically costs $5,300 to $7,800 depending on when you go, covering round-trip flights, lodging with taxes, and food. September is usually the cheapest month (about $5,300) and December the priciest (about $7,800). A family of four should budget roughly $8,890 for the same week.

The breakdown: 7 nights, standard mid-range trip

Flight prices assume a central-U.S. departure; coastal origins run higher or lower. Lodging uses a moderate hotel rate with Hawaii lodging taxes included.

CostCouple (2)Family of 4
Round-trip flightsabout $780 per person from a central-U.S. hub $1,638 $3,276
Lodging, 7 nightsabout $410 per room per night plus tax $3,556 $3,556
Food & diningabout $70 per person per night $1,029 $2,058
Typical total $6,223 $8,890

Not included: excursions and activities (too trip-specific to average; Courtney plans these with you), a rental car (about $110/night here if you want one), and travel insurance (roughly 6% of the trip cost).

Budget, standard, or upscale?

Budget
$5,334
Simpler hotel, same beaches. Week for two.
Standard
$6,223
The mid-range trip most of our travelers book. Week for two.
Upscale
$8,179
Top-tier resorts and suites. Week for two.

Maui prices by month

The same 7-night trip for two, priced by travel month. Flights and lodging move with the season; food doesn't.

MonthWeek for twoSeason
January $6,850 Peak
February $6,750 Shoulder
March $6,500 Shoulder
April $5,700 Value
May $5,600 Value
June $6,650 Shoulder
July $7,000 Peak
August $6,750 Shoulder
September $5,300 Lowest prices
October $5,500 Lowest prices
November $5,900 Value
December $7,800 Peak

How to bring the cost down

  • Travel in September or October. The same trip runs about $2,500 less than in December.
  • Watch the room category, not just the hotel. In Maui, the gap between a garden-view and oceanfront room at the same property is often $150+ per night. A condo with a kitchen also cuts the dining line meaningfully for longer stays.
  • Book flights and rooms 4 to 8 months out. Last-minute rarely wins here; airfare from smaller U.S. cities is the piece that spikes late.
  • Get a real quote instead of an average. These are honest baselines, but your dates, origin airport, and resort pick move the number. The instant calculator takes 30 seconds, and Courtney's exact quote is free.
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Maui cost FAQs

How much does a week in Maui cost for a couple?
About $6,223 for a 7-night mid-range trip for two, covering round-trip flights, lodging with taxes, and food. Depending on the month you travel, the same trip ranges from about $5,300 to $7,800.
How much is a Maui trip for a family of four?
Budget about $8,890 for 7 nights at a mid-range level. Kids-stay-free promotions and family suites can bring that down; a travel advisor tracks those weekly.
What is the cheapest time to visit Maui?
September is typically the cheapest month, at about $5,300 for a week for two versus about $7,800 in December.
How much should I budget per person for Maui?
Roughly $3,112 per person for a standard week, or $2,667 at a budget level and $4,090 upscale. Solo travelers pay somewhat more per person because room rates don't split.

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