Kiama travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kiama

With a population of 12.286, Kiama is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kiama to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kiama

Kiama in May
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kiama in May
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kiama in January, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Kiama, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Kiama

Plane

Although Kiama doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 86 km from Kiama.

Car

Another option to get to Kiama is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 94 km from Kiama. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Kiama. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Kiama takes 1159 km and will cost you around $245. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $269 for a journey of 1642 km.

Plane

Although Kiama doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 86 km from Kiama.

Car

Another option to get to Kiama is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 94 km from Kiama. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Kiama. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Kiama takes 1159 km and will cost you around $245. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $269 for a journey of 1642 km.

Airports near Kiama

Airlines serving Kiama

Lufthansa
Good (4,599 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (477 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,706 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,500 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (703 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kiama

Average rates range from around $194 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $472 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kiama

Most booked hotels in Kiama

Kiama Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$184+
The Sebel Kiama
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$254+
The Lodge Jamberoo
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$240+
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$158+
Kiama Motel 617
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$139+

Hiring a car in Kiama

Expect to pay $1.73 per litre in Kiama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.76 and $27.67.

Expect to pay $1.73 per litre in Kiama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.76 and $27.67.