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

Lower Hutt travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lower Hutt

With a population of 101,194, Lower Hutt is a must-see destination in Wellington, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lower Hutt has to offer.

When to visit Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt in November
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lower Hutt in November
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lower Hutt

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Lower Hutt include Air India, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Australia departs from Coolangatta and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

When flying to Lower Hutt, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Lower Hutt include Air India, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Lower Hutt from Australia departs from Coolangatta and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Lower Hutt is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 319 km from Lower Hutt. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Lower Hutt

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
BHEBlenheim

Airlines serving Lower Hutt

British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lower Hutt

Average rates range from around $129 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $169 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lower Hutt

Most booked hotels in Lower Hutt

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Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$157+
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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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Haka House Wellington
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$33+
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ibis Wellington
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$110+
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Rydges Wellington
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$176+
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Champers Motor Inn
3 stars
Okay (5.1, Okay reviews)
$126+
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Hiring a car in Lower Hutt

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt costs $20 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 168% cheaper than airport locations in Lower Hutt.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Lower Hutt (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. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Mini (Volkswagen Sharan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Lower Hutt costs $20 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 168% cheaper than airport locations in Lower Hutt.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Lower Hutt (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. The most frequently booked car type in Lower Hutt is Mini (Volkswagen Sharan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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