Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Arthur's Pass travel guide

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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 March
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arthur's Pass in March
Estimated hotel price
$121
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 54 km from Arthur's Pass. The shortest flight to Arthur's Pass from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 12h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Arthur's Pass is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 108 km from Arthur's Pass. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, 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 54 km from Arthur's Pass. The shortest flight to Arthur's Pass from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 12h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Arthur's Pass is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 108 km from Arthur's Pass. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Arthur's Pass

TIUTimaru
HKKHokitika Arpt
CHCChristchurch

Airlines serving Arthur's Pass

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (853 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arthur's Pass

Average rates range from around $154 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $234 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 $2.60 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 $31.11 and $41.47.

Expect to pay $2.60 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 $31.11 and $41.47.

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