Motueka travel guide

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You're Going to Love Motueka

With a population of 7 485, Motueka is a must-see destination in Tasman, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Motueka to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Motueka

Motueka in October
Estimated hotel price
$27
1 night at 3-star hotel
Motueka in October
Estimated hotel price
$27
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Motueka

Plane

Although Motueka doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nelson (NSN), which is located 27 km from Motueka. The shortest flight to Motueka from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 8h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Motueka is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 269 km from Motueka. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

Although Motueka doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nelson (NSN), which is located 27 km from Motueka. The shortest flight to Motueka from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 8h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Motueka is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 269 km from Motueka. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Snap Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Motueka

Airlines serving Motueka

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 Motueka

Average rates range from around $119 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $124 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Motueka

Most booked hotels in Motueka

Motueka Garden Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$112+
Happy Apple Backpackers
2 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$27+

Hiring a car in Motueka

Expect to pay $2.74 per litre in Motueka (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 Motueka (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.