Arthur's Pass travel guide

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You're Going to Love Arthur's Pass

With a population of 930, Arthur's Pass 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 Arthur's Pass to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Arthur's Pass

Arthur's Pass in February
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arthur's Pass in February
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Arthur's Pass

Plane

Although Arthur's Pass doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hokitika Arpt (HKK), which is located 33 miles from Arthur's Pass. The shortest flight to Arthur's Pass from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 22h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Arthur's Pass is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 67 miles from Arthur's Pass. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

Although Arthur's Pass doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hokitika Arpt (HKK), which is located 33 miles from Arthur's Pass. The shortest flight to Arthur's Pass from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 22h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Arthur's Pass is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 67 miles from Arthur's Pass. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Arthur's Pass

Airlines serving Arthur's Pass

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
SWISS
Good (938 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,305 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,864 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (401 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (502 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (477 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (211 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (983 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arthur's Pass

Average rates range from around $144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $198 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Arthur's Pass

Hiring a car in Arthur's Pass

Expect to pay $2.74 per litre in Arthur's Pass (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.79 and $43.72.

Expect to pay $2.74 per litre in Arthur's Pass (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.79 and $43.72.