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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Masterton has to offer.

When to visit Masterton

Masterton in July
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Masterton in July
Estimated hotel price
$127
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 44 miles from Masterton.

Car

Another option to get to Masterton is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 51 miles from Masterton. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Bargain Rental Cars, among others, in Wellington.

Plane

Although Masterton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palmerston North (PMR), which is located 44 miles from Masterton.

Car

Another option to get to Masterton is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 51 miles from Masterton. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Bargain Rental Cars, among others, in Wellington.

Airports near Masterton

Airlines serving Masterton

British Airways
Good (4,477 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,559 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (462 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (215 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (987 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (259 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (841 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (512 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (308 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Masterton

Most booked hotels in Masterton

Gateway Motor Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$152+
Copthorne Resort Solway Park
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$158+
Masterton Motor Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$145+
Amble Inn Motel
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$174+

Hiring a car in Masterton

Expect to pay $2.76 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 $33.12 and $44.16.

Expect to pay $2.76 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 $33.12 and $44.16.