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Aoraki / Mount Cook travel guide

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Aoraki / Mount Cook is a must-see destination in Canterbury, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Aoraki / Mount Cook to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Aoraki / Mount Cook

Aoraki / Mount Cook in April
Estimated hotel price
$381
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aoraki / Mount Cook in April
Estimated hotel price
$381
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Aoraki / Mount Cook in January, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 50 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Aoraki / Mount Cook, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Aoraki / Mount Cook

Plane

Although Aoraki / Mount Cook doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Timaru (TIU), which is located 109 km from Aoraki / Mount Cook. The shortest flight to Aoraki / Mount Cook from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 13h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Aoraki / Mount Cook is to pick up a car hire from Queenstown, which is about 184 km from Aoraki / Mount Cook. You’ll find branches of EZU Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Queenstown.

Plane

Although Aoraki / Mount Cook doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Timaru (TIU), which is located 109 km from Aoraki / Mount Cook. The shortest flight to Aoraki / Mount Cook from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 13h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Aoraki / Mount Cook is to pick up a car hire from Queenstown, which is about 184 km from Aoraki / Mount Cook. You’ll find branches of EZU Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Queenstown.

Airports near Aoraki / Mount Cook

TIUTimaru
HKKHokitika Arpt

Airlines serving Aoraki / Mount Cook

Singapore Airlines
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Air New Zealand
Excellent (471 reviews)

Where to stay in Aoraki / Mount Cook

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook and Mt Cook Lodge & Motels.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aoraki / Mount Cook

Hiring a car in Aoraki / Mount Cook

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Aoraki / Mount Cook (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Aoraki / Mount Cook (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.11 and $41.47.

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