Introduction
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Petone travel guide

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You're Going to Love Petone

With a population of 6.609, Petone is a must-see destination in Wellington, New Zealand. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Petone has to offer.

How to Get to Petone

Plane

When flying to Petone, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 13 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Petone include Air India, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Petone from Australia departs from Coolangatta and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Petone is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 316 km from Petone. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Plane

When flying to Petone, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 13 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Petone include Air India, Air China and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Petone from Australia departs from Coolangatta and takes around 3h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Petone is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 316 km from Petone. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Christchurch.

Airports near Petone

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
NSNNelson

Airlines serving Petone

British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 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 (732 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Petone

Most booked hotels in Petone

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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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Hiring a car in Petone

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Petone (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 Petone is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Wagon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.60 per litre in Petone (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 Petone is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Wagon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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