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

Cessnock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cessnock

With a population of 16.393, Cessnock is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cessnock to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Cessnock

Cessnock in August
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cessnock in August
Estimated hotel price
$66
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cessnock in January, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Cessnock, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Cessnock

Plane

Although Cessnock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), which is located 45 km from Cessnock.

Car

Another option to get to Cessnock is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 117 km from Cessnock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

Although Cessnock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), which is located 45 km from Cessnock.

Car

Another option to get to Cessnock is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 117 km from Cessnock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Cessnock

TROTaree
NTLNewcastle Williamtown
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Cessnock

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,517 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cessnock

Average rates range from around $102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $144 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cessnock

Most booked hotels in Cessnock

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Chateau Elan At The Vintage
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$144+
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Voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$162+
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Wine Country Motor Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$137+
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Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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Potters Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$140+
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Hiring a car in Cessnock

Hiring a car in Cessnock costs $82 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Cessnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.65 and $26.20. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cessnock, while also 8% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Cessnock costs $82 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Cessnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.65 and $26.20. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cessnock, while also 8% cheaper than other types, on average.

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