Stewart Island travel guide
Stewart Island Tourism | Stewart Island Guide
You're Going to Love Stewart Island
With a population of 387, Stewart Island is a must-see destination in Southland, New Zealand. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Stewart Island has to offer.
When to visit Stewart Island
Stewart Island in September
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stewart Island in September
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
How to Get to Stewart Island
Plane
Although Stewart Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Invercargill (IVC), which is located 47 miles from Stewart Island. The shortest flight to Stewart Island from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 22h 10m.
Car
Another option to get to Stewart Island is to pick up a car hire from Queenstown, which is about 142 miles from Stewart Island. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Queenstown.
Airports near Stewart Island
IVCInvercargill
Airlines serving Stewart Island
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (550 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)