Masterton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Masterton

With a population of 20.698, Masterton is a must-see destination in Wellington, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Masterton has to offer.

When to visit Masterton

Masterton in July
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Masterton in July
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Masterton in January, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Masterton, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Masterton

Plane

Although Masterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palmerston North (PMR), which is located 71 km from Masterton.

Car

Another option to get to Masterton is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 82 km from Masterton. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Ace Rental Cars, among others, in Wellington.

Plane

Although Masterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palmerston North (PMR), which is located 71 km from Masterton.

Car

Another option to get to Masterton is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 82 km from Masterton. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Ace Rental Cars, among others, in Wellington.

Airports near Masterton

Airlines serving Masterton

British Airways
Good (4,548 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,956 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,117 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,870 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,667 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (481 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (264 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (550 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (865 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,795 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (502 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Masterton

Most booked hotels in Masterton

Gateway Motor Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$152+
Copthorne Resort Solway Park
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$158+
Masterton Motor Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$146+
Amble Inn Motel
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$166+

Hiring a car in Masterton

Expect to pay $2.74 per litre in Masterton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.81 and $43.74.

Expect to pay $2.74 per litre in Masterton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.81 and $43.74.