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