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

Masterton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Masterton

With a population of 20,698, Masterton is a must-see destination in Wellington, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Masterton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Masterton

Masterton in September
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Masterton in September
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Masterton 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 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Masterton, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Masterton

Plane

Although Masterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palmerston North (PMR), which is located 71 km from Masterton. Wellington is the most popular, with regular flights from Air India, Air China, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from Australia.

Car

Another option to get to Masterton is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 82 km from Masterton. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Yesaway, among others, in Wellington.

Plane

Although Masterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palmerston North (PMR), which is located 71 km from Masterton. Wellington is the most popular, with regular flights from Air India, Air China, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from Australia.

Car

Another option to get to Masterton is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 82 km from Masterton. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Yesaway, among others, in Wellington.

Airports near Masterton

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
WAGWanganui

Airlines serving Masterton

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 popular areas of Masterton

Most booked hotels in Masterton

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Copthorne Resort Solway Park
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$153+
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South Park Motel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$134+
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Masterton Motor Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$134+
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U Studios Masterton
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$131+
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Amble Inn Motel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$120+
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Hiring a car in Masterton

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Masterton (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 Masterton (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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