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Terminal and ramp at Kapalua Airport on the west side of Maui

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Private Flights fromKapalua Airport (JHM)

Kapalua Airport puts private travelers on West Maui's Kapalua-Napili coast, close to Kapalua's resorts and golf courses, without the drive up from Kahului Airport at the opposite end of the island — though its turboprop-only, daylight operations mean access is restricted to appropriately sized aircraft.

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Passengers (Required)Number of passengers
Longest Runway3,000 ft
Airport CodesJHM / PHJH
LocationLahaina, HI
Field Elevation312 ft
Airport Staff24 / 7

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Private Jet Charter from JHM

Fly private from Kapalua Airport

Kapalua Airport occupies a narrow shelf of land on West Maui, close to the Kapalua resort area, Napili Bay, and the island's northwest golf courses. Unlike Maui's main gateway, Kahului Airport on the opposite side of the island, Kapalua sits directly in West Maui, cutting out the roughly hour-long drive around or through central Maui traffic.

The airport's short runway and geography impose real restrictions: jet aircraft are prohibited entirely, only turboprop and piston aircraft may operate here, flights are limited to daylight hours, and the state airport authority caps the number of daily operations. This makes Kapalua a genuinely turboprop-only field — Élan's team confirms aircraft eligibility and available slots before booking any trip here.

For travelers using an appropriately sized turboprop, the payoff is meaningful: direct access to West Maui without the cross-island drive from Kahului, in a compact, low-traffic setting close to Kapalua's beaches and resorts.

Why depart privately from JHM?

  • Direct access to West Maui without the drive from Kahului Airport
  • Close proximity to Kapalua's resorts, beaches, and golf courses
  • Quieter, lower-traffic alternative to Maui's main commercial gateway
  • Coordinated slot booking given the airport's capped daily flight volume
  • Flexible daytime scheduling around resort check-in and activities

Runway information

1 asphalt runway
2/20
3,000 x 100 ftAsphalt

Jet aircraft prohibited; turboprop and piston aircraft only; daylight operations only; capped daily flight volume set by the state airport authority

On-site Facilities

Built around private aviation

Turboprop Ground Handling

Ramp and fuel coordination suited to the airport's turboprop-only operations.

Slot Coordination

Advance booking support given the airport's capped daily flight volume.

Ground Transportation

Transfers arranged to Kapalua resorts, Napili, and West Maui lodging.

Flexible Daytime Scheduling

Departures arranged within daylight operating hours to match resort plans.

Concierge Services

Golf, dining, and activity reservations arranged ahead of arrival.

Operational details can change. Élan Aviation confirms handling, customs, NOTAMs, airport hours, and aircraft suitability for each itinerary.

Private Flight FAQs

Flying private from Kapalua Airport

Common questions about chartering a private jet from JHM, choosing an aircraft, and planning your departure.

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