Kiawah Island is located 24 miles south of Charleston, SC (about a 45–50 minute drive).

Book your flight into Charleston International Airport (CHS). Kiawah is about 45 minutes away. While Uber and Lyft are available from the airport, they do not operate freely around Kiawah; Uber has a contract that allows access through the island gate, so we recommend Uber over Lyft if you aren't renting a car.

Since Ubers/Lyfts are not available once on the island, renting a car is often the most convenient option—especially if you’re not staying at a Kiawah Island Golf Resort property. Rental agencies at Charleston International Airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. If you prefer pre-booked transport, SC Express Car Service (843-860-0009) offers trips to and from Kiawah; other options include Coastal Connection (843-810-1365), Charleston Black Cab (843-216-2627), RV Transportation (843-557-4658), and Caddie Chauffeur. (https://caddiechauffeur.com/)

While Kiawah Island is wonderfully peaceful and easy to explore by bike once you're here, we highly recommend renting a car if you're flying into Charleston. Having your own vehicle will make your stay much more convenient.

A rental car allows you to:

- Explore historic Charleston, just 45 minutes away.

- Stock up on groceries, wine, and other essentials before or during your stay.

- Visit nearby Johns Island and Freshfields Village for shopping and dining.

- Travel on your own schedule without waiting for rideshares (good luck) or arranging transportation.

Once you're on Kiawah, you'll likely find yourself walking or biking most of the time. But having a car gives you the flexibility to enjoy everything the Lowcountry has to offer—and can save both time and money compared to relying on rideshare services, which can be limited on the island.

Guests staying at Kiawah Island Golf Resort properties (villa/home rentals through KIGR or The Sanctuary) have access to complimentary resort shuttles for transport to resort restaurants and amenities—call extension 82900 and the shuttle will pick you up within about 30 minutes (times may be longer on busy weekends). Note the shuttle runs only during specified hours.