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

Cromwell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cromwell

With a population of 5,160, Cromwell is a must-see destination in Otago, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cromwell to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Cromwell

Cromwell in May
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cromwell in May
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cromwell in January, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as -1 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 40 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Cromwell, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Cromwell

Plane

Although Cromwell doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Queenstown Intl (ZQN), which is located 22 miles from Cromwell. The shortest flight to Cromwell from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 2h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Cromwell is to pick up a car hire from Queenstown, which is about 26 miles from Cromwell. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Hao Car Rentals Limited, among others, in Queenstown.

Plane

Although Cromwell doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Queenstown Intl (ZQN), which is located 22 miles from Cromwell. The shortest flight to Cromwell from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 2h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Cromwell is to pick up a car hire from Queenstown, which is about 26 miles from Cromwell. You’ll find branches of New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Hao Car Rentals Limited, among others, in Queenstown.

Airports near Cromwell

DUDDunedin
ZQNQueenstown Intl

Airlines serving Cromwell

British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (174 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,872 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,003 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,941 reviews)
Air China
Good (122 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (778 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (929 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,272 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (672 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,804 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cromwell

Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $159 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cromwell

Most booked hotels in Cromwell

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Harvest Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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Cromwell Motel
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$135+
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Hiring a car in Cromwell

Expect to pay $2.42 per litre in Cromwell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $29.00 and $38.66.

Expect to pay $2.42 per litre in Cromwell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $29.00 and $38.66.