Whanganui travel guide

Whanganui Tourism | Whanganui Guide

You're Going to Love Whanganui

With a population of 40.268, Whanganui is a must-see destination in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Whanganui has to offer.

When to visit Whanganui

Whanganui in May
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whanganui in May
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whanganui

Plane

When flying to Whanganui, you’ll arrive at Wanganui (WAG), which is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whanganui is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 152 km from Whanganui. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Budget, among others, in Wellington.

Plane

When flying to Whanganui, you’ll arrive at Wanganui (WAG), which is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Whanganui is to pick up a car hire from Wellington, which is about 152 km from Whanganui. You’ll find branches of Mode Car & Camper Rentals and Budget, among others, in Wellington.

Airports near Whanganui

Airlines serving Whanganui

British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,279 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,923 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,495 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (460 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (49 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (214 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (987 reviews)
Air China
Good (30 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (257 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (535 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,769 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (515 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whanganui

Most booked hotels in Whanganui

Braemar House B&b And Yha Hostel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$28+
151 On London Motel & Conference Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$145+
Riverview Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$132+
Astral Motel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$118+
The Avenue Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$112+
The Grand Hotel Wanganui
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$100+

Hiring a car in Whanganui

Hiring a car in Whanganui costs $233 per day, on average, or $1,397 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay $2.76 per litre in Whanganui (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.04 and $44.05.

Hiring a car in Whanganui costs $233 per day, on average, or $1,397 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay $2.76 per litre in Whanganui (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.04 and $44.05.