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

Whanganui travel guide

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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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Whanganui has to offer.

When to visit Whanganui

Whanganui in August
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whanganui in August
Estimated hotel price
$88
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 EZI and Yesaway, 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 EZI and Yesaway, among others, in Wellington.

Airports near Whanganui

WLGWellington
PMRPalmerston North
NPLNew Plymouth

Airlines serving Whanganui

British Airways
Good (7,968 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,014 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,435 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,352 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,510 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,917 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,207 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (401 reviews)
Air China
Good (149 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,957 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,445 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (824 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (532 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,034 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whanganui

Most booked hotels in Whanganui

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Kings Court Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Braemar House B&b And Yha Hostel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$76+
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Riverview Motel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$110+
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Astral Motel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$114+
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The Avenue Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$119+
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Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$65+
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Hiring a car in Whanganui

Hiring a car in Whanganui costs $74 per day, on average, or $296 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $2.82 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 $33.77 and $45.03.

Hiring a car in Whanganui costs $74 per day, on average, or $296 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $2.82 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 $33.77 and $45.03.

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