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

Katherine travel guide

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You're Going to Love Katherine

With a population of 5,849, Katherine is a must-see destination in Northern Territory, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Katherine to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Katherine

Katherine in August
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katherine in August
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Katherine in October, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 36 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 17 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 220 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Katherine, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Katherine

Plane

When flying to Katherine, you’ll arrive at Katherine Tindal (KTR), which is located 9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Katherine is to pick up a car hire from Darwin, which is about 168 miles from Katherine. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Darwin.

Plane

When flying to Katherine, you’ll arrive at Katherine Tindal (KTR), which is located 9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Katherine is to pick up a car hire from Darwin, which is about 168 miles from Katherine. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Darwin.

Airports near Katherine

KTRKatherine Tindal

Airlines serving Katherine

Airnorth

Where to stay in popular areas of Katherine

Most booked hotels in Katherine

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Beagle Motor Inn
3 stars
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$147+
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Hiring a car in Katherine

Hiring a car in Katherine costs $110 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Katherine (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

Hiring a car in Katherine costs $110 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Katherine (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

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