Russell travel guide

Russell Tourism | Russell Guide

You're Going to Love Russell

With a population of 839, Russell is a must-see destination in Northland, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Russell deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Russell

Russell in September
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Russell in September
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Russell

Plane

When flying to Russell, you’ll arrive at Kerikeri (KKE), which is located 19 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Russell is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 185 km from Russell. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Plane

When flying to Russell, you’ll arrive at Kerikeri (KKE), which is located 19 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Russell is to pick up a car hire from Auckland, which is about 185 km from Russell. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Auckland.

Airports near Russell

Airlines serving Russell

Air Canada
Good (5,747 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (542 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)

Where to stay in Russell

Average rates range from around $217 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $217 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Russell

Most booked hotels in Russell

Hananui Lodge and Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$181+
Commodores Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$249+
Bounty Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$103+
Dolphin Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$120+
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$149+
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$128+

Hiring a car in Russell

Expect to pay $2.80 per litre in Russell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.54 and $44.72.

Expect to pay $2.80 per litre in Russell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.54 and $44.72.