Kalaupapa Airport - LUP Kalaupapa
The Kalaupapa Airport is located in Kalaupapa, Hawaii. The public airport has an airport code of LUP, and is meant for regional use. The Kalaupapa Settlement is 2 miles from the airport, and views of the islands can be enjoyed upon landing. The airport is operated by the Hawaii Department of Transportation. Currently the LUP Kalaupapa Airport offers scheduled passenger services via Makana Kai Air. Shuttling back and forth the LUP Kalaupapa is possible with a lot of cheap accommodations found near the airport.
Best Time to Visit
The Kalaupapa Airport sits on 22 hectares of property. It features a small passenger terminal, and a 2,700 feet asphalt runway. It is worth noting that the airport does not have its own control tower as the neighboring community has protested against changes in the area. From the KUP Kalaupapa Airport, travelers will find it easy to visit a lot of top-rated cities, such as Honolua, Kapalua, and Honokowai.
What to Do & Area Attractions
For panoramic views that will take any traveler’s breath away after a long trip, guests should consider staying at the Kimo’s Hale House, which is around 8 miles from the Kalaupapa Airport. Other options include the Castle Molokai Shores, as well as Hotel Moloka’i. For business-friendly amenities, travelers should also consider the Come Explore the Friendly Isle accommodations.
The state-owned Molokai Airport is another gateway that travelers can note to visit the region. It is the principal airport of Maui County's Molokai, and also serves nearby Lanai.
