Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kiama travel guide

Kiama Tourism | Kiama Guide

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 January
Estimated hotel price
$263
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kiama in January
Estimated hotel price
$263
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.

Data provided by weatherbase
Temperatures
Temperatures
Data provided by weatherbase

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 Turo and Bargain 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 $253. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $166 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 Turo and Bargain 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 $253. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $166 for a journey of 1642 km.

Airports near Kiama

MYAMoruya
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Kiama

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Kiama

Average rates range from around $240 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $529 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kiama

Most booked hotels in Kiama

See all
Kiama Shores
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$187+
View
Nova Kiama
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$137+
View
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$166+
View
Kiama Motel 617
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$123+
View
The Sebel Kiama
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$269+
View
The Lodge Jamberoo
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$329+
View

Hiring a car in Kiama

Hiring a car in Kiama costs $68 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.66 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 $19.87 and $26.49.

Hiring a car in Kiama costs $68 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.66 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 $19.87 and $26.49.

Find car hire in Kiama

Kiama Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Kiama city guide for the best Kiama travel tips. To help you organise your Kiama trip ideas, this Kiama visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.